Mercedes Benz Bus Capacity: Possibility That The Plastic Roller Piston May Detach From The Axle

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz buses (Capacity, Citaro, and Conecto models) are affected by a potential issue where a plastic roller piston may detach from the axle due to loose fasteners. The recall affects 111 vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom. The manufacturer will retighten the screw connection on the plastic roller piston to the correct torque specification to resolve the issue.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES BENZ BUS
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ BUS CAPACITY, MERCEDES BENZ BUS CITARO, MERCEDES BENZ BUS CONECTO.. Units affected: 111
Reason
It may be possible that the plastic roller piston detaches from the axle. Remedy: The screw connection of the plastic roller piston on all axles has to be retightened to the torque of 92Nm.
Classification
Class II
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2020-09-30
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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