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William Stopford
What's the best fuel-efficient car under $50,000?
Hybrids, plug-in hybrids, electric vehicles... there are plenty of affordable options in Australia if you want to slash your weekly running costs.
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2014-15 Mercedes-Benz C200 recalled
A defective alternator could cause a vehicle fire in the 2014-15 Mercedes-Benz C200.
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News Editor
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3728 examples of its C200 due to the risk of a vehicle fire.
“The vehicle alternator may fail under specific operating and ambient conditions,” the company says in its recall notice.
“If the vehicle alternator overheats it may cause a vehicle fire.
“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death of vehicle occupants and/or bystanders, as well as property damage.”
- A total of 3728 vehicles are affected
- The VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to organise a free inspection and repair.
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