Mercedes-Benz issues China recall over short circuit risk

Want China Times, Xinhua 2014-08-06

The Mercedes-Benz stand at a car show in Beijing, September 2013. (Photo/Xinhua)

Mercedes-Benz will recall 57,843 vehicles in mainland China due to risks associated with short circuits, the country's quality watchdog said on Tuesday.

The recall involves imported petrol-powered Smart Fortwo produced between Oct. 5, 2010 and June 2, 2014, according to the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine.

The producer will fix the problem with the warm water shut-off valve, which may trigger a short circuit after being used for a long time.

The recall will start on Aug. 22.