In response to potential safety concerns, Mercedes-Benz has initiated a second recall of its EQS cars in China. The recall affects thousands of vehicles, with the company taking swift action to address issues related to the electric drive module and battery management system.
The current recall targets 2,324 imported EQS vehicles with production dates spanning from June 14, 2021, to July 8, 2022. These vehicles may experience a deactivation of the electric drive module due to a software glitch, leading to a loss of vehicle power when the electrical connector between the module and the disintegrator behaves abnormally.
To rectify the issue, Mercedes-Benz will be updating the software of the electric drive module through authorized dealers at no cost to the owners. This proactive approach aims to eliminate any potential safety hazards and ensure the continued reliability of the vehicles.
Additionally, Mercedes-Benz will be recalling 1,051 imported EQS vehicles produced between June 14, 2021, and February 16, 2022, and a total of 16,500 China-made Mercedes-Benz C-Class and E-Class vehicles produced between April 23, 2019, and June 1, 2022. These vehicles are affected by deviations in the high-voltage battery management system’s development process, leading to a lack of proper warning signals in the event of a battery malfunction.
Similarly, Mercedes-Benz will address this issue by updating the software of the battery management system through authorized dealers, ensuring that the monitoring function functions as expected, and drivers are appropriately alerted in case of any battery-related anomalies.
Furthermore, another recall is set to commence on August 4, targeting 12,750 imported S-Class vehicles with production dates between July 29, 2020, and September 8, 2021. The issue in these vehicles lies in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which may be affected by a software problem in the auxiliary on-board electrical system voltage converter.
To address this issue, Mercedes-Benz will update the software of the auxiliary on-board electrical system voltage converter in the recalled vehicles free of charge, ensuring the continued safety and functionality of these critical systems.
The recent recalls come in the wake of a previous recall on July 19, where 32,786 imported S-Class and EQS vehicles were called back due to an ESP software problem.
Mercedes-Benz, while facing challenges in China’s competitive electric vehicle market, remains optimistic about its future prospects. The company’s CEO, Ola Kaellenius, recently stated that China will be at the core of Mercedes-Benz’s next electric offensive, starting in 2025 with the introduction of the new e-architecture. The German luxury carmaker is determined to bolster its position in the EV market and provide customers with safe and reliable electric vehicles.
