Mercedes-Benz models recalled

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce (MEC) has announced a recall of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and E-Class models of 2012 because the torque converter of the transmission may be incorrectly coded.The recall is being carried out in collaboration with Nasser Bin Khaled Automobiles, the dealer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in Qatar.In a statement, the ministry said the recall campaign came within the framework of its ongoing efforts to protect consumers and ensure that car dealers followed up on vehicle defects and repairs.The MEC will co-ordinate with the dealer to follow up on maintenance and repair works and communicate with customers to ensure that the necessary repairs are carried out.The ministry has urged consumers to report violations to its Consumer Protection and Anti-Commercial Fraud Department through the call centre: 16001, e-mail: info@mec.gov.qa, Twitter: @MEC_Qatar, Instagram: MEC_Qatar and the ministry’s mobile app for Android and iOS: MEC_Qatar