Mercedes Benz Bus Tourismo: The Locking Bolt Is Not Covered Adequately By The Star Locking On Door One

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 646 Tourismo buses because the locking bolt on door one may not be adequately secured, creating a risk that the door could open unintentionally while the vehicle is in use. The company will replace the striker brackets and support frame holders with modified versions to fix the issue. This recall affects buses distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES BENZ BUS
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ BUS TOURISMO. Units affected: 646
Reason
There is a risk that the door may come unintentionally adrift. Remedy: The striker brackets are to be replaced with modified type. The holders on the support frame at the bottom must also be replaced with an optimized version.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2020-10-12
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/0ed38dd1-f732-4c04-a24d-46e5d6cea7f4