The SUV ML and GL series and MPV R-Class constructed in between 2004 and 2015 are impacted, as the authority revealed in its recall database. Germany most likely represents around 70,000 cars.
In the worst case, rust on the brake booster can trigger the connection in between the brake pedal and the brake system to be disrupted. “As an outcome, the service brake stops working,” reported the Federal Office (KBA).
A recall of this magnitude is exceptionally uncommon amongst Stuttgarters. According to the KBA, practically 2 years back more than one million A-class cars were remembered since of prospective problems with the driver’s air bag.
When inquired about the present recall in Stuttgart on Saturday, the producer stated that the brake booster in the afflicted cars might not work effectively due to deterioration in the real estate links– this resulted in an evaluation of specific cases.
Under specific conditions, deterioration can trigger the brake booster to leakage, and the lowered brake booster to trigger. “As an outcome, the actuation force on the brake pedal needed to slow the vehicle would increase and the braking range might be longer. This might be accompanied by a hissing or sound when the brakes are used.” Mercedes verified the info supplied by the workplace, according to which, in the worst case, it might no longer be possible to break the vehicle utilizing the service brake. “This will increase the danger of mishaps or injuries,” the spokesperson stated.
Mercedes-Benz will start examining the lorries right away. “We ask you not to utilize the vehicle till the test.” If required, the producer will supply options to the owners. In mid-May, Mercedes-Benz revealed a recall project in the United States due to brake problems in 292,000 ML, GL and R-Class automobiles from the 2006 to 2012 design years.
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