MERCEDES BENZ UNIMOG ( 15/04/2015 – 20/05/2015) DEFECT: Damage and leaks at the elastomer stop plug of the return line to the hydraulic valve block may occur due to sudden pressure peaks in the hydraulic system. It could therefore be possible that up to 40 litres of hydraulic fluid to escape in a short time unnoticed by the driver. If this damage occurs the vehicle can still be stopped safely. The hydraulic fluid that escapes will increase the risk of collision for other road users
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the elastomer stop plug at the hydraulic valve block with an appropriate screw plug.
| Recall Launch Date | 15/09/2015 |
| Recall No. | R/2015/169 |
| Models Affected | Unimog |
| Manufacturer Ref | SRU1501 |
| VIN Start | WDB4051102V239404 |
| VIN end | WDB4051252V239628 |
| Build Start | 15/04/2015 |
| Build end | 20/05/2015 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 3 |
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