Recall wrap: Mercedes-Benz Vito caught up in big recall
Software issue forces Mercedes-Benz to recall 7000 vans as other problems hit BMW X7, Chevrolet Corvette and Holden AcadiaMercedes-Benz Australia is recalling more than 7000 examples of the Mercedes-Benz Vito after it was found that a software issue could impact the operation of the van’s reversing camera.
The recall relates to 7036 examples of the Vito, all built between 2015-16.
According to Mercedes-Benz, affected models may not display the rear-view image as intended.
The recall notice stated that “if the rear-view camera display does not display the rear-view image when reversing the vehicle, it could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to any persons located behind the vehicle”.
The German car-maker says affected owners should contact their local dealer to organise an inspection and free software update.
BMW X7
Meanwhile, BMW says a manufacturing issue could cause a braking issue for a small number of late-model BMW X7 SUVs.
Just four examples of the Bavarian brand’s luxury family SUV are affected by the recall, all of which were built from 2019-2021 (G07 model code).
BMW says the compression springs of the seat locking mechanisms in the third row may not have been installed correctly.
According to the recall notice, this could cause unrestrained luggage to become loose and “transform into lethal projectiles”.
The rear seat could also collapse towards passengers under hard braking or in the event of an accident.
Chevrolet Corvette
Another software issue has forced General Motors Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) to recall 109 examples of the Chevrolet Corvette sports car.
All variants of the MY22-built two-door sports car are affected by the recall, which could cause the vehicle’s daytime running lights (DRLs) to turn off inadvertently.
According to GMSV, when the master light switch is set to automatic light control, the DRLs will turn off, leaving only the headlights, tail-lights, park lamps and licence plate lamps illuminated.
As a result, the vehicle will fail to comply with the relevant Australian Design Rule – ADR13/00, Installation of Lighting.
Holden Acadia
GMSV is also recalling a small number of Holden Acadia family SUVs due to a hardware issue that could cause the rear-view camera to fail or function intermittently.
The recall relates to just 12 vehicles, all built in 2019.
In the safety noticed, GMSV said: “If the rear-view camera is not functioning properly, the rear visibility is reduced and could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to any person/s location behind the vehicle.”
Replacement parts are expected to become available from between January and March 2023, allowing GM dealers to replace the coaxial cables free of charge for affected customers.
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