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Mercedes Recalls 116K GLE, GLS Models for Fire Risk Under Passenger Seat

A 48-volt ground wire could come loose, but there are no reports of injuries or property damage at this time. Mercedes-Benz has issued a spooky recall for 116,020 SUVs built from 2019 through 2024. A 48-volt ground cable could work loose, and there's enough electricity to potentially make things rather hot in the area. If things get too hot, there's a risk of a fire. And the cable is located under the passenger front seat. Yikes. Fortunately, Mercedes doesn't list any known instances of ... Read more

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2024 BMW X5 Protection VR6 Debuts As Armor-Plated 530-HP SUV

The refreshed 2024 BMW X5 debuted earlier this year, and like the previous version, an armor-plated variant is available. Slated to make an in-person debut in September at the 2023 Munich Motor Show is the new BMW X5 Protection VR6. But we have the details of this bulletproof SUV available right now. A key aspect of this special BMW is that it is not easily distinguishable from other X5s. In fact, there's a sporty touch courtesy of the twin M bars in the front double kidney grille, M mirror ... Read more

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