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Mercedes-Benz W205
- Affected
- 5
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- RC2206
- Supplier
- Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
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The defect
The threaded connection of the battery ground line may not be designed correctly due to a deviation in the tightening angle monitoring.
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The hazard
In the event of a poor system ground of the battery line a temporarily higher transition resistance could lead to the formation of sparks and local heating. This would increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Letter will be sent to owners of affected vehicles
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What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 5 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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