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Mercedes-Benz UNIMOG 405, UNIMOG 437; UGE-453, UHE-452, UHE-53, e1*2018/858*00111*09, e1*2018/858*00089*10, e1*2018/858… — recall

Automotive · European Union · 2026-07-03
Origin: Germany

Mercedes-Benz Unimog tie rod ball joints may not be properly hardened, risking failure

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CountryEuropean Union
CategoryAutomotive
Published2026-07-03
Country of originGermany
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
Models affectedUNIMOG 405, UNIMOG 437; UGE-453, UHE-452, UHE-53, e1*2018/858*00111*09, e1*2018/858*00089*10, e1*2018/858*00088*09
DefectThe ball joints installed in tie rods of Unimog 405 and Unimog 437 vehicles may not have fully undergone the prescribed hardening process. This can result in increased wear and reduced fatigue strength up, with a possible fatigue fracture. In the event of such a break, steering would no longer be possible and there would be a risk of accidents.
ComponentMotor vehicles
Recall typeInjuries
Recall numberSR/01938/26
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