Recall wrap: Mercedes-AMG recalls 1000-plus cars
Plus airbag related recall affects more than 5000 Chrysler and Dodge modelsMercedes-Benz Australia has issued a recall notice for a total of 1140 AMG performance models due to concerns around their on-board safety systems.
The German car-maker says incorrect programming of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may cause affected vehicles to brake at inappropriate times, potentially increasing the risk of a crash “or injuries and death of vehicle occupants and other road users”.
Models affected include the Mercedes-AMG C 63, C 63 S, GT 63 and GLC 63 built between 2018 and 2020 and sold locally between August 1, 2018 and August 16, 2020.
Mercedes-Benz is asking affected consumers to contact their most convenient dealer to have the issue rectified. Click here to see if your vehicle is affected.
Meanwhile, more than 5000 examples of the Dodge Nitro KA (2007-2012 model years) and Chrysler Grand Voyager RT (2008-2010 model years) are also being called back.
It’s thought that a total of 5464 vehicles may have a loose or detached driver airbag emblem, and/or loose emblem retainers within the driver airbag module assembly.
Essentially, if the airbag is deployed, a loose or detached emblem may become a projectile and seriously injure vehicle occupants.
FCA Australia says it will contact affected owners to schedule a free inspection and repair. Meanwhile, you can click here for a list of VINs affected in this recall.
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