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2022
Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles over software-related safety risks
Mercedes-Benz China Sales and Beijing Benz filed recall plans covering specified vehicles. Software issues could cause some engines to shut down after startup or prevent the rear-view camera image from appearing on the display, creating safety risks. The companies said they would provide free software upgrades, using OTA where possible and authorized service centers otherwise.
2022
EQC owners publicly reject Mercedes-Benz’s recall arrangement
245 Mercedes-Benz EQC owners issued a joint statement rejecting Beijing Benz’s recall arrangement and raising questions and demands concerning the vehicles. Owners said they objected to the planned timing, which would leave them driving vehicles they considered defective for six more months.
2022
Beijing Benz recalls 10,104 EQC electric vehicles
Beijing Benz recalled 10,104 EQC electric vehicles because coolant leakage could cause motor failure. It said it would replace the affected vehicles' electric drive module assemblies with improved units free of charge to eliminate the safety risk.
2022
Mercedes-Benz announces an EQC recall
Mercedes-Benz issued an EQC recall notice on February 22; the article reports that the recall was scheduled to take place on August 15. The notice concerned a manufacturing deviation in the electric drive module, whose cooling system could have insufficient sealing and allow coolant to leak.
2022
Beijing Benz announces a planned recall of EQC vehicles
Beijing Benz filed a recall plan covering 10,104 Mercedes-Benz EQC vehicles produced during the stated period. The planned recall was to begin on August 15; the article attributes the potential coolant leak to a manufacturing deviation in the electric drive module's cooling system. The company said affected vehicles would receive a free replacement electric drive module after inspection.
2021
Beijing Benz recalls 796 EQC vehicles
Beijing Benz announced a recall covering 796 domestically produced EQC vehicles. A potentially loose air-conditioning drain hose could allow condensate into the passenger compartment, potentially damaging electrical components or causing them to short. Beijing Benz said authorized dealers would inspect the hose and replace it if needed, free of charge.
2021
Beijing Benz recalls 720 GLB SUVs
Beijing Benz announced a recall covering 720 domestically produced GLB SUVs. A missing retaining screw could allow part of the second-row center armrest cup holder to separate in a collision, increasing the risk of occupant injury. The company said authorized dealers would install the missing screw free of charge.
2021
Mercedes-Benz and Beijing Benz expand recall to 40 vehicles over emergency-call software
Mercedes-Benz China and Beijing Benz announced an immediate expansion of a recall covering 40 imported and domestic vehicles. Their communication-module software may be disabled, preventing emergency-call services after an accident. The companies said authorized dealers would activate the software.
2021
Mercedes-Benz announces recalls covering four vehicle batches in China
Mercedes-Benz (China) and Beijing Benz announced recalls covering four batches of vehicles, totaling 6,503 vehicles. The reported defects involved air-conditioning condensate drainage, steering-shaft components, sunroof bonding, and rear armrest bolts. The companies said they would inspect affected vehicles and replace or repair components as needed.
2020
Mercedes-Benz recalls 9,765 vehicles in China over communication-module software issue
Mercedes-Benz China and Beijing Benz announced a recall of 9,765 imported and locally produced vehicles, scheduled to begin on March 26, 2020. A communication-module software problem could cause inaccurate vehicle positioning during emergency calls, potentially preventing rescue teams from being directed to the vehicle. The companies will update the software free of charge, remotely or through authorized service centers.
2019
Beijing Telecom signs 5G cooperation projects with 11 organizations
China Telecom Beijing Company signed and jointly released 5G cooperation projects with 11 organizations, including SF Express, Xiaomi and Beijing Benz. The projects cover areas including smart campuses, autonomous driving, meetings and smart offices.
2019
Mercedes-Benz expands recall of E-Class two-wheel-drive cars in China
Mercedes-Benz China Sales and Beijing Benz filed a plan to amend and expand a recall of certain imported and locally produced E-Class two-wheel-drive cars, with the recall due to begin on November 29, 2019. The companies said affected vehicles could suffer front shock absorber damage under a strong external impact, and that they would install reinforcing components free of charge.