REC-003827

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0 Mercedes-Benz UNIMOG

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Daimler Truck & Bus Australia Pacific P/L

Recall date: 19 March 2018

Defect

In affected vehicles the electrical lines of the jump-start socket may have been connected incorrectly. When a further vehicle is connected for the purpose of starting assistance, an incorrect jump start socket may result in a short circuit and the electrical lines and jump-start socket may be overloaded.

Hazard

If the jump-start socket is in use when overloaded it can cause irreparable damage to the electrical system of the affected vehicle.

Remedy

Owners are requested to make contact with an authorised Daimler Truck & Bus Dealership to make arrangements to have the remedy work carried out free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Daimler Truck & Bus Australia Pacific P/L — 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-003827