Video PlayerClose
BEIJING, Aug. 3 (Xinhua) -- German carmaker Mercedes-Benz has started recalling 302 automobiles in China due to problematic catalytic converters, according to China's market regulator.
The recall, starting from July 31, was filed by Mercedes-Benz (China) Automotive Sales Co. and involves parts of the imported GLE SUV and GLS SUV cars manufactured between Feb. 29, 2016 and Oct. 16, 2018, said a statement on the website of the State Administration for Market Regulation.
Defective assembly of the catalytic converters on these vehicles may cause failure to meet emission standards and the requirements of on-board diagnostics system, according to the statement.
The company said it would replace the defective parts free of charge.
