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Mercedes-Benz G-Class recalled
More than 2600 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagens may be fitted with a jack which isn’t compliant with local safety standards, forcing its recall.
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Mercedes-Benz Australia has recalled 2650 examples of the G-Class (G-Wagen), as the SUV’s jack doesn’t comply with local standards.
“The jack provided with the vehicle may not include a base plate. The jack does not comply with the mandatory standard for vehicle jacks Consumer Protection Notice No. 1 of 2010 Consumer Product Safety Standard for Vehicle Jacks,” the carmaker said in its recall notice.
“The vehicle jack may collapse while in use, causing serious injuries or death.”
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- A total of 2650 vehicles built between 2010 and 2023 are affected
- The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
- The recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected vehicle, Mercedes-Benz will contact you once parts become available. You’ll then need to schedule an appointment with a dealer to have the jack base plate affixed, free of charge.
If you have any questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz’s customer assistance centre by calling 1300 762 718.
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Born and raised in Canberra, Jordan has worked as a full-time automotive journalist since 2021, being one of the most-published automotive news writers in Australia before joining CarExpert in 2024.
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