Fujian Mercedes-Benz recalls some imported Viagra and Vito cars: Takata airbags have hidden dangers

Fujian Mercedes-Benz recalls some imported Viagra and Vito cars: Takata airbags have hidden dangers

Recently, Fujian Mercedes-Benz Automobile Co., Ltd. filed a recall plan with the State Administration for Market Regulation in accordance with the requirements of the "Regulations on the Recall Management of Defective Automobile Products" and the "Regulations on the Implementation of the Regulations on the Recall Management of Defective Automobile Products", and decided to recall some imported Viano and Vito cars. The main reason for this recall is that there are safety hazards in Takata airbags, which may cause harm to the driver and passengers.

Recall scope and reasons

This recall involves some imported Viagra and Vito cars produced from 2010 to 2016. The specific models and production dates are shown in the following table:

The reason for the recall is that the Takata airbag gas generator assembled by the vehicle may have abnormal rupture under specific conditions, causing metal fragments to fly out, posing a safety hazard. The Takata airbag problem has become one of the biggest safety hazards in the global automotive industry in recent years, involving multiple brands and models.

Background of Takata airbag problem

The Takata airbag problem was first exposed in 2013 and then triggered a large-scale recall worldwide. According to statistics, more than 100 million vehicles have been recalled due to Takata's airbag problem worldwide. Takata finally filed for bankruptcy in 2017 because it failed to resolve the problem in a timely manner. The recall of Fujian Mercedes-Benz is part of subsequent rectification measures, aiming to completely eliminate safety hazards.

Recall measures and car owner response

Fujian Mercedes-Benz will replace the improved airbag gas generator for vehicles within the recall range for free to eliminate safety hazards. Car owners can confirm whether their vehicle is within the recall range by:

After receiving the recall notice, the car owner should make an appointment with the nearest authorized dealer for free repairs as soon as possible. Fujian Mercedes-Benz will notify the relevant car owners through registration messages, text messages, etc., and the car owners can also actively contact the dealer for details.

Industry impact and consumer advice

The recall once again highlights the importance of the safety of the automotive parts supply chain. The Takata airbag problem not only affects multiple brands, but also puts higher requirements on the quality management system of the entire automotive industry. For consumers, timely paying attention to recall information and cooperating with the maintenance is the key to ensuring their own safety.

In addition, consumers should also pay special attention to whether the vehicle involves Takata airbag issues when purchasing a used car. Vehicle recall records can be checked through the following channels:

Summarize

Fujian Mercedes-Benz recalled some imported Viagra and Vito cars this time out of a high degree of responsibility for consumer safety. Although the Takata airbag problem has been going on for many years, through the joint efforts of manufacturers and car owners, safety hazards are gradually being eliminated. It is recommended that relevant car owners actively cooperate with the recall work to ensure driving safety.

Automobile recalls are the norm in the industry and are also a manifestation of manufacturers' performance of social responsibilities. Consumers do not need to worry too much, but they need to keep a close eye on recall information, deal with related issues in a timely manner, and jointly maintain road traffic safety.