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Stirling Hx Lt 7500 8x4 Trucks
- Affected
- 223
- Category
- Trucks and buses
- Campaign
- RC869
- Supplier
- Mercedes-Benz Australia / Pacific Pty Ltd
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The defect
The Simard steering double knuckle arm on certain Sterling 8X4 front axles may not have been manufactured to the correct material specification and could fracture under normal loads.
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The hazard
The operator may loose steering control over the vehicle.
The remedy
Letters will be sent to affected owners.Owners are advised to contact their authorised Mecedes-Benz dealership to have the steering arm inspected and, if necessary, replaced free of charge.
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What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 223 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Mercedes-Benz Australia / Pacific Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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