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CriticalREC-005450Published 9 June 2022View official notice ↗

2019–2021 Mercedes-Benz Gle And Gls

Affected
804
Category
Cars
Campaign
RC3027
Supplier
MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD
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The defect

Due to a manufacturing defect, the threaded nut connecting the negative terminal for the 48 Volt electrical system under the front passenger seat may not have been tightened sufficiently. If the terminal loosens this could result in higher than intended temperature and cause a vehicle fire.

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The hazard

A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users or bystanders.

The remedy

Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible.A full list of authorised Mercedes-Benz service centres can be found at https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.html

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 804 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD on 1300 300 896 to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
Contact details
Contact:
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centre
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.