REC-006071

active

2010–2023 Mercedes-Benz Certain G-Class (461, 463 platform)

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD

Recall date: 3 September 2024

Defect

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.

Hazard

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

Remedy

Mercedes-Benz will contact owners of affected vehicles to have the jack base plate affixed, free of charge.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-006071