The German Federal Automotive Authority announced that Mercedes-Benz is currently recalling nearly one million cars manufactured between 2004 and 2015 worldwide, due to wear of the brake booster in cars, which in the worst case can lead to a break in contact between the pedal. Brakes and brake system, brake malfunctions.
Der Spiegel newspaper pointed out that Mercedes has so far recalled 993,407 cars of the three categories SUV ML and GL as well as the R-Class, which is the MPV, from all over the world.
Mercedes-Benz confirmed this information, as explained by a company spokesperson, and indicated that this may be accompanied by a hiss or a flowing noise when the brakes are applied, and this would increase the risk of accidents or injuries.
The company will immediately start calling to inspect vehicles and replace parts if necessary, advocating that damaged vehicles not be used even in the test, and if necessary, Mercedes-Benz plans to offer a mobility solution or an alternative solution free of charge, for the duration of the vehicle’s stay in the workshop.