MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD - Mercedes-Benz Certain G-Class (461, 463 platform) 2010 - 2023

recall information

Recall number
REC-006071
Campaign number
RC5070
Original published date

make and model information

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
Certain G-Class (461, 463 platform)
Year range
2010 - 2023
Affected units
2,650

Identifying features

VIN (Vehicle identification number)

What are the defects?

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.

What are the hazards?

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

What should consumers do?

Mercedes-Benz will contact owners of affected vehicles to have the jack base plate affixed, free of charge.
Supplier details
MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD

Who should owners/operators contact for more information?

Contact name
Customer Assistance Centre
Contact phone
1300 762 718
Contact email
cs.aus@cac.mercedes-benz.com

Responsible regulator

Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.

Product type