Mercedes Benz Arocs: Offside Front Spring(s) Retaining Bolts May Not Be Tightened To Specification.

Recall Summary Mercedes Benz Arocs and Actros vehicles (14 units affected) may have front spring bolts that weren't tightened to the proper specification. If these bolts loosen further, the spring support bracket could disconnect, which could affect steering control. Owners of affected vehicles should have the bolts checked for tightness and replaced or re-tightened as needed.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ AROCS, MERCEDES BENZ ACTROS RANGE. Units affected: 14

Reason

The bolts retaining the offside front leaf spring (or springs) and support bracket(s) may not have been tightened to the correct specification. If a support bracket disconnects this could affect the steering. Remedy: Check spring and bracket retaining bolts for tightness. Replace bolts if necessary and tighten all bolts to correct specification.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-09-18

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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