Mercedes Recalls 1.3 Million Cars
ConsumerAffairs.com

03/31/2005 - DaimlerChrysler AG is recalling some 1.3 million Mercedes-Benz cars worldwide to fix problems with their alternators and batteries.

The company said it will check the voltage regulator in the alternator on six- and eight-cylinder models and replace the regulator if needed.

Mercedes also said it would install battery control software on the E-class and CLS-class models built from January 2002 through January 2005. The company also said the braking system on the E, SL and CLS-class made since June 2001 would be updated.

The company has set up a hot line for European customers at 800-1-777-7777. In the United States, customers can call 1-800-FOR-MERC.