Mercedes-Benz — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2026-06-04
Mercedes-Benz was recalled in Australia on 2026-06-04. Due to a manufacturing defect, the Advanced Connected Energy (ACE) chip within the starter battery may corrode. This may cause an electrical short circuit while the vehicle is in operation and/or parked, leading to a vehicle fire. A vehicle fire could increas…
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| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2026-06-04 |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCK AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PTY LTD |
| Models affected | Actros and eActros |
| Model year | 2022 - 2025 |
| Units affected | 52 |
| Defect | Due to a manufacturing defect, the Advanced Connected Energy (ACE) chip within the starter battery may corrode. This may cause an electrical short circuit while the vehicle is in operation and/or parked, leading to a vehicle fire. A vehicle fire could increase the risk injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and/or damage to property. |
| Remedy | Owners of affected vehicles should contact their nearest authorized Daimler Truck dealership immediately to schedule an appointment to have the recall carried out, free of charge. |
| Recall number | REC-006613 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
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