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2026 Nissan Navara ST review
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Mercedes-Benz X-Class recalled
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2018-19 X-Class utes due to a manufacturing issue with the oil cooler that could lead to an oil leak.
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An oil leak has led Mercedes-Benz to issue a recall of its Nissan Navara-based X-Class ute.
“Due to a manufacturing issue with the return line of the oil cooler it may become damaged and oil could leak onto the road,” the company says in its recall notice.
“An oil leak onto the road increases the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.”
- A total of 2223 vehicles are affected from 2018 to 2019
- The VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to contact a Mercedes-Benz dealership to organise a free inspection and repair.
If you have any further questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz on 1300 300 896.
William Stopford is an automotive journalist with a passion for mainstream cars, automotive history and overseas auto markets.
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