Mercedes S-Class recall expands to over 30,000 cars over brakes

What BBN said about it

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   Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWe've got a special report on a major automotive recall.

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   Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorMercedes is expanding its S-Class recall to more than thirty thousand cars over a brake problem that could raise the risk of a crash.

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   Gloria Vance · World News AnchorMotorBiscuit reports more than thirty thousand luxury sedans in the United States are affected by a braking system defect.

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   Gloria Vance · World News AnchorOwners are the ones affected, and the recall is the manufacturer's way of getting those cars in for a fix.

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe details of the repair aren't spelled out in what we have, so owners should watch for a notice from Mercedes or check with a dealer.

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   Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe recall is already growing, which is why it matters this morning.

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   Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe key point is simple.

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   Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorIf your car is on the list, the brakes are the part of the car you least want a question mark over, and the company says the fix is the safe route.

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   Gloria Vance · World News AnchorWhat to watch next is whether the number grows again, and whether Mercedes explains exactly which model years are included.

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    Gloria Vance · World News AnchorI have seen recalls double in a week, and that is rarely the good kind of surprise.

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    Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThirty thousand cars.

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    Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA car that costs more than my first house, with brakes on a waiting list.

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    Gloria Vance · World News AnchorHeated seats, massage function, and a recall notice. Luxury has many features.

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    Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorCheck your notice, everyone, and be kind to your brake pedal. Brock, is the sky at least stopping on time today?