Does the test setup contain the same internal modem as the one in customers location (EC25-EU)?
Perhaps you could try using 3G to send the SMS?
The internal modem firmware version also seems quite old, so if it’s possible, I suggest updating it using the following procedure: RUTX Modem Firmware update process - #2 by ISMAILKISOUMI. Make sure the modem is stable before updating it.
If none of these options help, I suggest returning the device for RMA.