JAKARTA - Mercedes-Benz is again recalling electric vehicles (EV) in China. The German luxury car manufacturer is recalling tens of thousands of units due to problems with the battery system. This case adds to the list of similar cases involving electric vehicles in the country.
Through its joint venture, Beijing Benz, Mercedes-Benz will recall 19,481 units of locally produced EQA and EQB. The affected vehicles are the result of production from April 1, 2021 to March 12, 2024.
Reported by Cnevpost, Tuesday, February 17, this information was conveyed through an announcement on the China State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) website, with the official withdrawal schedule starting on June 25, 2026.
In the announcement it was explained, variations in the high-voltage battery production process cause a decrease in battery reliability. On the other hand, the software control strategy on the battery management system currently used has the potential to make certain battery cells work with excessive loads.
This condition increases the risk of internal short circuit in the battery. This situation has the potential to trigger vehicle fires and pose a safety threat to users.
The recall is being conducted under the supervision of a defect investigation by SAMR. Beijing Benz said it would replace the high-voltage batteries in affected vehicles through its official dealer network.
While waiting for the official withdrawal, Beijing Benz urged vehicle owners to limit charging to a maximum of 80 percent and park vehicles in open areas.
This step is also an expansion of the previous recall announced on March 28, 2025, which includes 12,308 units of domestic production EQA and EQB. Both models are Mercedes-Benz's flagship electric SUVs.
Earlier this week, another Chinese automaker, Zeekr, also announced plans to recall 38,277 electric vehicles. The recall is scheduled to take effect from March 6, 2026 and is related to the risk of excessive heat release in the power battery.
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