Mercedes-Benz EvoBus O405N, O405NH
What the hazard is
Malfunction
What to do
It is most important that the vehicles are inspected. Where a crack in the steering idler arm is detected, you should immediately remove that vehicle from service and notify Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd. If you are no longer the owner of the vehicle, please contact Mercedes Benz on telephone 03 9566 9380, fax: 03 9566 6223 or via e-mail: campaigns@daimler.com.
Defect
Cracks may develop in the steering idler arm after an extended period of operation. In an extreme case, a cracked steering idler arm may break without warning and cause a loss of steering control.