Lorry — recall

Name: Lorry
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Automotive · European Union · 2024-08-09

Origin: Germany

Mercedes-Benz eActros/eEconic lorries with unstable high-voltage battery due to metal foreign object

Country	European Union
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-08-09
Country of origin	Germany
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz
Models affected	eActros 983, eEconic 956
Defect	The electrical voltage stability of the high-voltage battery pack (CB400) may not be sufficiently stable due to the presence of a metal foreign body. Repeated surge events during charging could potentially damage affected batteries, posing a risk of fire.
Remedy	Recall of the product from end users.
Recall number	A12/01991/24
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	UNECE regulations, EU type-approval · Full guide →

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