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Due to faulty sealing of the high-voltage battery housing, Mercedes Benz is recalling 10 examples of its EQC400.
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Mercedes-Benz is recalling 10 examples of its EQC400 due to faulty sealing of the high-voltage battery housing.
“The sealing of the high-voltage battery housing may reduce overtime, allowing moisture to enter,” the company says in its recall notice.
“The moisture may result in the corrosion of the battery potentially resulting in an electrical short increasing the risk of a fire.”
- A total of 10 vehicles are affected
- The VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
Mercedes-Benz is contacting affected owners to advise them to schedule a free fix at their nearest dealer.
If you’re an affected owner and you have any further questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz on 1300 300 896.
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Jack Quick is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne. Jack studied journalism and photography at Deakin University in Burwood, and previously represented the university in dance nationally. In his spare time, he loves to pump Charli XCX and play a bit of Grand Theft Auto. He’s also the proud owner of a blue, manual 2020 Suzuki Jimny.
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