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Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 1.3 million vehicles because the software in their emergency call systems could send responders to the wrong place after an accident.
The recall comes after Mercedes-Benz learned of an accident in Europe where the automatic emergency call system sent the wrong position of the vehicle. It started with an investigation in October 2019, and eventually similar events were found. A company spokesman said it had not found anyone in the United States.
| Ticker | Safety | Last | Alter | Alter% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DMLRY | DAIMLER AG | 19.61 | -0.05 | -0.26% |
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The recall covers many vehicles from the model years 2016 to 2021, including the classes CLA, GLA, GLE, GLS, SLC, A, GT, C, E, S, CLS, SL, B, GLB, GLC and G. The Daimler Vans ‘s company also announced cancellations of 2016-2020 Metris vehicles and Sprint vehicles for 2019-2020.
Mercedes-Benz said it would notify affected owners and update the software systems for free, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The recall is expected to begin on April 6.