Recall of 27,285 units across 37 models including Mercedes-Benz E300 and 2 other brands initiated

▲ Image of Mercedes-Benz Korea recall target vehicles (Provided by Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport)

[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Chun-hee] The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced on the 13th that a total of 27,285 units across 37 models imported and sold by Mercedes-Benz, FMK, and Korea Motor Trading have been found to have manufacturing defects and will undergo corrective actions (recalls).

Among them, 21,760 units of 23 models including the E300 imported and sold by Mercedes-Benz Korea were found to have a defect in the front seatbelt buckle, which could cause injury to occupants in the event of an accident. Additionally, 2,567 units of 5 models including the GLC350e 4MATIC were found to have airbag warning labels attached to the driver's sun visor that do not meet safety standards. These vehicles have been undergoing free inspections and replacements at official Mercedes-Benz Korea service centers nationwide since the 12th. The Ministry plans to impose fines considering the correction rate for violations related to airbag warning label safety standards.

For 1,430 units of 7 models including the Ghibli Diesel imported and sold by FMK, it was confirmed that insufficient capacity in the battery positive wiring and engine wiring could cause improper current supply, potentially leading to malfunction of the Stop & Go system, prompting a recall. Replacement of improved parts for these vehicles will be carried out free of charge at official FMK service centers nationwide starting from the 23rd.

Among motorcycles imported and sold by Korea Motor Trading, 1,474 units of the Yamaha XP530D-A (T-MAX DX) were found to have a possibility of the main stand weld breaking during parking due to welding defects, and 54 units of the Yamaha YZF-R3A were found to have potential horn wiring damage caused by interference with the brake hose, which could lead to malfunction. Accordingly, from the 13th, improved parts replacement and other corrective measures will be carried out free of charge at official Korea Motor Trading service centers nationwide.

Regarding this recall, the manufacturers will notify vehicle owners of the corrective measures via postal mail and mobile text messages. If owners have repaired the defects at their own expense before the recall, they may apply for compensation from the manufacturer according to relevant laws.

Currently, the Ministry’s automobile recall center allows owners to check whether their vehicle is subject to a recall and view detailed manufacturing defect information by entering the vehicle number or chassis number at any time.

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