REC-001004

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0 Mercedes-Benz Atego type 970 - 976

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 27 April 2007

Defect

1. It is possible that chafing to the vehicle's electrical wiring harness may occur in the vicinity of the Base Module. Should the wiring harness be damaged as a result, electrical malfunctions might include failures in the lighting, Airbag and signalling systems, or electrical short circuits on non-fused wiring. 2. The electrical wiring harness located at the top of the cab may be subjected to vibration/chafing damage by the inspection flap during vehicle operation. Harness damage could result in electrical malfunctions in the lighting, Airbag and signalling systems, or electrical short circuits on non-fused wiring.

Hazard

Malfunction

Remedy

Contact any authorised Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicle Dealer to have this modification carried out. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact DaimlerChrysler on telephone 03 9566 9380, fax 03 9566 6223 or via email: campaigns@daimlerchryser.com.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001004