Mercedes recalls 400, 000 cars

Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall of 400, 000 cars including A, B, C, E-Class and CLA, GLA and GLC models built between November 2011 and July 2017,  in the UK over fears airbags could deploy in error.

Daimler-owned Mercedes spokesperson said “ If the steering column module clock spring is broken, the driver airbag warning light will be displayed in the instrument cluster, as well as a red airbag warning lamp. In rare circumstances, if the clock spring is broken, and the wiring components are not sufficiently earthed this could lead to an electrostatic discharge which could inadvertently deploy the driver’s  airbag.

However, cars are safe to drive under normal operating conditions if the airbag warning light comes on then customers should call Mercedes- Benz Roadside Assistance  on (0 0800 17777777) or contact the nearest retailer.”

Mercedes said a fix would be free of charge to owners adding it would take less than an hour to complete.