Recall wrap: Mercedes-Benz G-Class pulled up over faulty brakes
Plus Jaguar XF might not meet emissions standards and Takata saga strikes VolkswagenA safety recall has been issued for Mercedes-Benz G-Class models manufactured between 2011 and 2018.
In the latest recall campaigns issued on the ACCC website, Benz says strong vibrations could cause the brake lines in the ABS hydraulic unit to crack and leak brake fluid in 451 vehicles while driving on bumpy or corrugated roadways.
Mercedes-Benz says the braking power of the affected circuit may be impaired, leading to longer stopping distances. The car-maker requests owners of affected models contact their closest Mercedes-Benz retailer to organise a free-of-charge repair.
On the other end of the spectrum, 21 new Mercedes-Benz A-Class models have been issued with a separate recall relating to a tin plate covering the spare wheel well.
Affecting A-Class vehicles built in 2018 and 2019, Mercedes says the protective plate located underneath the spare wheel recess may crack in the outer areas and potentially fall off, increasing the risk of an accident or injury to other road users.
Again, owners are urged to contact their local dealer to arrange repair.
In other news, Jaguar XF models built between 2016 and 2018 could be zipping around producing higher CO2 outputs than originally claimed.
The recall affects 345 XFs, with Jaguar saying some may not meet the required emissions standards after testing resulted in greater variation than expected between vehicles.
Jaguar Land Rover will contact affected owners to organise an oil change.
Finally, Takata airbag woes have affected even more Volkswagens.
The new recall affects a total of 7847 vehicles, including 2760 Polo and 1454 Eos models built between 2010-2014, and 3633 Crafter vans built between 2006-2016 (2210 with faulty driver’s side airbags and 1423 with faulty passenger airbags).
The potentially deadly Takata airbags, which have already affected more than 100 million vehicles worldwide and claimed the life of a Sydney man in 2017, could propel metal fragments towards occupants upon inflation.
Volkswagen will contact affected owners to organise a replacement.
You can check if your vehicle is affected by the recall at www.ismyairbagsafe.com.au.
For more details on any of these product recalls, visit the federal government’s product safety recalls website.
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