Daimler Truck Atego: Fuel Tank May Leak

Daimler Truck Atego Fuel Tank Recall Daimler Truck is recalling 2,613 Atego vehicles because the forward supporting rail for the fuel tank may crack, causing the tank to drag on the ground and leak fuel. The company will replace the front supporting rail and install a reinforcement to fix the issue.

Recalling firm
DAIMLER TRUCK UK LIMITED
Product
Vehicles: DAIMLER TRUCK ATEGO. Units affected: 2,613
Reason
The forward supporting rail for the fuel tank may crack and if not noticed may fail resulting in the fuel tank dragging on the ground and eventually leaking fuel on to the road surface. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to where necessary replace the front supporting rail for the fuel tank and to retrofit a reinforcement.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2010-10-12
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/ca9ac885-49cb-4129-965c-3e783f9f4de3