Circular economy, Mercedes to rely on reworked batteries for eActros 300/400 and eEconic truck models

With the introduction of the new high-voltage reworked battery CB400, Mercedes-Benz Trucks is further expanding its range of genuine spare parts for battery-electric trucks. The so-called “Genuine Reworked Batteries” are now available to customers for the first-generation Mercedes-Benz eActros 300/400 as well as the Mercedes-Benz eEconic as a resource-efficient and economically attractive alternative to brand-new replacement batteries.

Why reworked batteries are a good option in view of circular economy

According to the German truck maker, the goal is to extend the lifecycle of high-voltage batteries, conserve natural resources, and significantly reduce the CO₂e footprint. “With the CB400 reworked concept, we offer our customers a cost-efficient and sustainable solution that reuses high-quality components, thereby reducing resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions — all while maintaining consistently high quality,” explained Christian Vrbek, Team Leader Remanufacturing Zero Emission Vehicles in Aftersales at Daimler Truck.

Compared to new production, reusing individual components saves around one third of CO₂e emissions. Batteries that cannot be refurbished are immediately recycled. In technical terms, each battery is equipped with the current software version and undergoes rigorous functional and leak tests. The Mercedes-Benz Trucks parts warranty also applies to the reworked batteries.

Although production of the first-generation Mercedes-Benz eActros 300 and 400 models will end by the end of the year, the demand for reliable and cost-effective spare parts remains. The high-voltage replacement battery CB400 remains available for the Mercedes-Benz eEconic as well.