Mercedes-Benz recalls 1983 cars over dangerous manufacturing defect

Transportation safety officers have issued an urgent warning for this legendary luxury brand, warning of a manufacturing defect.

A recall alert for 1983 Mercedes-Benz vehicles has been issued. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Nikki Short

Transportation safety officers have issued an urgent recall for 1983 Mercedes-Benz vehicles, warning a manufacturing defect in some of the luxury brand’s models poses a serious safety risk to road users.

Certain of the company’s AMG GT, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, CLE, EQE and EQS models were recalled on Monday following the discovery of a manufacturing defect.

“Vehicle management systems connected to the fuse box may fail,” the Australian government’s Department of Transport stated in its recall alert.

“If this occurs, it may lead to a sudden loss of motive power and/or a vehicle fire.

“A sudden loss of motive power while driving, or a vehicle fire, could increase the potential risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders and damage to property.”

A Mercedes-Benz S Class vehicle. Picture: Mercedes-Benz

The year range for affected vehicles is 2023-24.

Consumers are advised to check their vehicle identification numbers to see if they have been affected and, if so, to contact their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the fuse box replaced.

The replacement will be free of charge.

Mercedes-Benz is a premier luxury brand and its S-Class sedans have come to typify the luxury driving experience, with the refined cars selling for more than $200,000.

Mercedes-Benz has been contacted for comment.

Originally published as Mercedes-Benz recalls 1983 cars over dangerous manufacturing defect