Mercedes Benz Unimog: Battery Line Has Not Been Routed Correctly

Recall Summary Four Mercedes Benz Unimog vehicles have a battery supply line that may be routed incorrectly, potentially causing a short circuit. This could lead to the protective sheath melting, loss of electrical power, engine shutdown, or fire. Mercedes Benz UK will recall affected vehicles to inspect and correct the battery line routing if needed.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ UNIMOG. Units affected: 4

Reason

The battery supply line for the engine electrical system may be incorrectly routed and could result in a short circuit. This will produce a thermal overload of the battery line and melting of the protective sheath may occur. There is also a possibility that all electrics could be lost the engine could stop and fire could start. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and if necessary correct the routing of the battery supply line for the engine electrical system.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2017-06-07

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/a0a83ad8-a752-4d12-a9b4-58997fe5713e