Recall wrap: New Genesis G80 EV called back
Plus: Mahindra Pik-Up recalled over DPF sensor while Mercedes-Benz E-Class, CLS and C-Class under scrutinyGenesis Motors Australia is recalling its just-launched 2022 Genesis Electrified G80 to rectify a manufacturing fault that could cause the seat belt pre-tensioner inflator to fracture in a collision and fire metal fragments into the cabin.
Applying to 21 examples of Genesis’ new battery-electric luxury sedan, the fault carries a major risk of serious injury or death to the vehicle’s occupants given the metal fragments effectively become shrapnel – as seen with the (unrelated) Takata airbag crisis – if the inflator ruptures.
A similar recall was issued in August for all versions of the Hyundai i30 sedan, including the flagship i30 N.
Genesis says it’s contacting affected owners directly to have their vehicles rectified as soon as possible, free of charge.
Mahindra Pik-Up
Mahindra Automotive Australia has announced a recall for 556 Mahindra Pik-Up utes – all produced between 2017 and 2019 – to replace a potentially faulty temperature sensor in the diesel particulate filter (DPF).
If the sensor in question fails, Mahindra says it could cause the vehicle to enter limp mode.
In the recall notice, the car-maker acknowledged that “a loss of motive power while driving could result in a gradual reduction of vehicle speed … traffic behind the vehicle may not react in time increasing the risk of an accident”.
Affected owners are encouraged to present their vehicle at their preferred dealer to have a replacement sensor installed, for no cost.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class and CLS
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific has issued another batch of recall notices, this time for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, CLS and C-Class.
The largest number of cars relate to the E-Class and CLS recall, which combined affects 1022 vehicles produced from 2018-2022.
According to the notice, a manufacturing defect could cause the electrical connections of the vehicle’s boot-installed battery to disconnect in a crash, thereby rendering the eCall, seat adjustment, hazard warning lights and automatic remote vehicle unlocking functions inoperative.
The disabling of these systems could potentially prove fatal, depending on the circumstances, so Mercedes-Benz is imploring affected owners to present their vehicles for the necessary rectification work “as soon as possible”.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall applies to a small number (12) of MY22 models which could have a defective weld on the transmission mount.
If the weld fails, it could cause the transmission to disconnect from the drive shaft and cause a loss in motive power, which in turn could lead to a serious incident.
“Owners of affected vehicles can contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz retailer to have the work carried out as soon as possible,” Mercedes-Benz said in a statement.
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