InfoCons Consumer Protection Alert : Mercedes-Benz – Lorry

Mercedes-Benz – Lorry

Name: Actros, eActros

Category: 10

Date: 2026-05-08

Product Category: Motor vehicles

Risk Type: Injuries

Danger: Some factory fitted Michelin tyres (models X MULTI Z and X LINE ENERGY Z, size 355/50 R 22.5) may develop a crack along the sidewall that worsens with use. This defect can cause a sudden loss of air pressure while driving, making the vehicle unstable and harder to control. As a result, there is a risk of accidents, which could lead to serious injuries for the driver, passengers, or other road users. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from commercial usersDate of entry into force: 23/04/2026

Description: Lorry

Notifying Country: Germany

Country of Origin: Germany

Alert Type: Professional

Alert Level: Serious risk

Mercedes-Benz - Lorry

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