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2022
Mercedes-Benz recalls more than 800,000 vehicles globally
Daimler recalled more than 800,000 vehicles globally because of a technical problem. Mercedes-Benz explained that a coolant pump could leak, potentially causing components to overheat and creating a fire hazard. The report said parts were scarce and repairs could not be carried out immediately.
2021
Mercedes-Benz recalls 2,307 C-Class and S-Class vehicles in China
Mercedes-Benz (China) Sales Co. and Beijing Benz filed a recall plan covering 2,307 domestically produced C-Class and imported S-Class vehicles. A server configuration deviation may have caused some MBUX functions and applications not to be disabled while driving, posing a safety risk. The companies said they would update the affected vehicles’ MBUX configurations free of charge over the air.
2021
Mercedes-Benz China recalls imported vehicles
Mercedes-Benz (China) Automotive Sales Co. filed a recall plan covering 7 imported GLE and GLS vehicles and 149 imported CLS, E-Class, GLC SUV and S-Class vehicles. The vehicles may have incomplete or improperly assembled seats, or potentially defective side-impact sensor connector locking points. The company said authorized dealers would inspect affected vehicles and carry out necessary rework or replacement free of charge.
2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announces flood-relief offers for customers
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announced a flood-relief assistance programme for customers affected by recent floods. The programme offers up to 30% off repair parts through January 31, 2022, as well as free towing for stranded cars, free vehicle evaluation and a 0% interest-free payment plan for repair costs.
2021
Mercedes-Benz donates vehicle to Pickens County College and Career Center
Mercedes-Benz donated a GLE 450 to the Pickens County College and Career Center for students to use in a hands-on classroom lesson.
2021
Mercedes-Benz recalls EQS and S-Class vehicles over infotainment software issue
Mercedes-Benz announced a voluntary recall affecting about 227 EQS and S-Class vehicles in the United States because incorrectly configured software could let drivers access television streaming and other digital content while driving. The company said it was not aware of crashes or injuries caused by the issue and had disabled the glitch through a server software update, so owners did not need to visit a dealer.
2021
Mercedes-Benz subsidiaries agree to settle Canadian diesel class action
Daimler AG and North American Mercedes-Benz subsidiaries agreed to pay $243 million to settle a Canadian class-action lawsuit brought by owners of 83,000 diesel vehicles. The proposed settlement includes repairs to qualifying vehicles, cash payments and a buyback option; it still requires approval by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. The lawsuit alleged that some BlueTEC diesel vehicles did not comply with Canadian emissions laws and emitted toxic chemicals at higher levels in cold temperatures.
2021
Mercedes and Kingspan end sponsorship partnership
Mercedes and Kingspan mutually agreed to end their partnership after criticism and pressure from Grenfell survivors and politicians over Kingspan’s connection to cladding used on Grenfell Tower.
2021
Mercedes-Benz and Factorial Energy announce battery-development partnership
Mercedes-Benz announced a partnership with Factorial Energy to jointly develop solid-state battery technology. Mercedes-Benz plans to invest a high double-digit-million-dollar amount and aims to begin prototype-cell testing as early as 2022.
2021
Mercedes-Benz and Hartan introduce three stroller models
Mercedes-Benz and Hartan introduced three co-branded stroller models: AVANTGARDE, PERFORMANCE and AMG GT. AVANTGARDE and AMG GT were already on sale in Europe, while PERFORMANCE was scheduled to launch in spring 2022.
2021
Mercedes EQS 350 becomes available to order in Germany
Mercedes made the EQS 350, featuring a 90 kWh battery, available to order in Germany at a starting price of €97,806.10.
2021
Mercedes-Benz announces planned global debut of Vision EQXX
Mercedes-Benz announced that its Vision EQXX electric concept car is scheduled to make its global debut on January 3, 2022; the article reports a planned debut, not a completed launch.
2021
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International announced a planned vehicle donation to Alabama schools
Mercedes-Benz U.S. International announced plans to donate 15 SUVs valued at more than $700,000 to 13 Alabama high schools and two community colleges for classroom training use.
2021
Mercedes-Benz begins recall of S-class vehicles in China
Mercedes-Benz began recalling 11,997 S-class vehicles in China over safety concerns involving production flaws that could cause an engine stall, fires, or airbag-control-unit compliance failures. The carmaker said it would inspect and replace or upgrade defective parts free of charge.
2021
Mercedes-Benz launches upgraded digital auto-financing process in China
Mercedes-Benz Auto Finance said it had launched an upgraded end-to-end digital auto-financing process in China, allowing eligible customers to complete the process in 10 minutes. Its official WeChat platform also offers round-the-clock self-service.
2021
Mercedes-Benz announces planned in-car fingerprint payments in Germany and the UK
Mercedes-Benz announced that customers in Germany and the United Kingdom would be able to make payments using an in-car fingerprint sensor from spring 2022.
2021
Mercedes-Benz and Visa form in-car payments partnership
Daimler Mobility and Visa formed a global technology partnership to offer native in-car payments, including biometric payment authentication.
2021
Hap Seng Star launches online Mercedes-Benz merchandise store in Malaysia
Hap Seng Star launched an online store in Malaysia specializing in official Mercedes-Benz merchandise.
2021
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveils locally assembled A-Class Sedan and GLA SUV
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia unveiled locally assembled A-Class Sedan and GLA SUV models in Malaysia, including the A 200 Progressive Line, A 250 AMG Line, GLA 200 Progressive Line and GLA 250 AMG Line.
2021
Mercedes-Benz implements direct-to-customer sales model in India
Mercedes-Benz implemented its Retail of the Future model in India, under which it directly invoices customers for vehicles while dealers continue to provide test drives and deliveries.