Mercedes Benz Bus Tourismo: The USB Charging Sockets Stop Working After A Short Time In Use

Recall Summary Mercedes Benz is recalling 110 Bus Tourismo and Bus Citaro vehicles because their USB charging sockets stop working after short-term use and may overheat. The manufacturer will first disable the USB sockets, then replace them with new ones once testing is complete. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES BENZ BUS
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ BUS TOURISMO, MERCEDES BENZ BUS CITARO. Units affected: 110
Reason
The USB charging sockets stop working and may overheat. Remedy: Stage 1 Electrically decommissioning the USB charging sockets. Stage 2 to replace USB charging sockets once the new part has been fully tested.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2018-11-29
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6667fc27-2576-4771-925e-7346dacc9f95