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Over 2600 Mercedes-Benz cars recalled

2650 Mercedes-Benz certain G-Class (461, 463 platform) with a year range of 2010 to 2023 have been recalled.

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 vehicle jack may collapse while in use, causing serious injuries or death.

When parts become available, Mercedes-Benz will contact owners of affected vehicles to have the jack base plate affixed, free of charge.

For more information contact Mercedes-Benz Australia’s Customer Assistance Centre via email oncs.aus@cac.mercedes-benz.com, by phone on 1300 762 718.

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