Mercedes Benz Bus O405: Steering Relay Idler Arm May Fail

Summary Mercedes-Benz Bus O405 vehicles may have a steering idler arm that could fail under stress, potentially affecting steering control. About 118 vehicles are affected. The manufacturer will replace the steering idler arm with a quality-assured part.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES BENZ BUS
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ BUS O405. Units affected: 118
Reason
The possibility exists that stress failure of the steering idler arm may occur which may result in defective steering control. Remedy: Affected vehicles will be recalled and fitted with a quality assured steering idler arm.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2005-07-19
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/0703ae14-6997-4d3e-aea7-366929393176