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Mercedes-Benz B-Class safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. Also see car recalls by year and make.

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47 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 47 launched 2008 to 2024
  • Most recent 6 May 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/166
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 38 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2021 12 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Mercedes-Benz B-Class?

Not every Mercedes-Benz B-Class is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Mercedes-Benz B-Class recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2008 to 2026

2021 had the most, with 12. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Mercedes-Benz B-Class safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’08 1
’09 0
’10 1
’11 0
’12 1
’13 1
’14 0
’15 5
’16 3
’17 4
’18 4
’19 9
’20 4
’21 12
’22 0
’23 1
’24 1
’25 0
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Mercedes-Benz B-Class recall, newest first

2024 1 recall

SRPC2404 – Backup function of steering software

Launched 6 May 2024 DVSA recall R/2024/166 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2404 /5499117

Defect
On affected vehicles the backup function of the steering software might not meet specifications. As a result the steering power support might be impaired and a loss of steerability cannot be ruled out.
Remedy
Update the software of the electric steering on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
10,592 B-Class vehicles
Built
2 Jul 2018 to 31 Jan 2024

2023 1 recall

Affected vehicles have an engine control unit software that deviates from the local legal requirements

Launched 13 March 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/062 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2301 / 5499024

Defect
Affected vehicles have an engine control unit software that deviates from the local legal requirements.
Remedy
Update the diesel engine control unit software.
Vehicles affected
2,593 across everything the recall covers
Built
7 May 2015 to 4 Apr 2017
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2021 12 recalls

Update to the diesel engine control unit software to improve the emissions

Launched 13 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/402 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2156

Defect
As a result of a directive from Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) changes are required to certain specific calibration functions within the engine management systems of certain vehicles.
Remedy
Conduct an update to the diesel engine control unit software.
Vehicles affected
31,414 across everything the recall covers
Built
29 Jun 2012 to 5 Jul 2013
Also covers
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS (246)”

Update to improve emissions

Launched 13 December 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/399 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2158

Defect
As a result of a directive from Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) changes are required to certain specific calibration functions within the engine management systems of certain vehicles.
Remedy
Conduct an update to the diesel engine control unit software.
Vehicles affected
6,014 across everything the recall covers
Built
13 May 2010 to 2 May 2012
Also covers

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 29 November 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/376 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2152

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
50,390 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS/GLA/GLB”, “B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”

A bore in the universal joint on the steering shaft might not meet specifications

Launched 21 July 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/202 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2119

Defect
A bore in the universal joint on the steering shaft might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Check the steering shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Vehicles affected
13,707 across everything the recall covers
Built
30 Nov 2016 to 28 Feb 2017
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS (246)”, “B CLASS(242)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 13 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/110 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2102

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
108,971 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”, “B CLASS/GLA/GLB”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 11 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/120 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2115

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
86,604 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS/GLA/GLB”, “B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 10 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/111 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2111

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
90,716 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS/GLA/GLB”, “B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/134 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2122

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
162,581 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”, “B CLASS/GLA/GLB”

The emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/133 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2123

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
106,665 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS/GLA/GLB”, “B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS (246)”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/132 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2124

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
10,410 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS (246)”, “B CLASS(242)”, “B CLASS/GLA/GLB”

The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications

Launched 5 May 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/131 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2125

Defect
The behaviour of the emergency call system might not meet specifications.
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system.
Vehicles affected
81,267 across everything the recall covers
Built
4 Jan 2016 to 29 Jan 2021
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS/GLA/GLB”, “B CLASS (246)”, “B CLASS(242)”

The communication module may be deactivated

Launched 30 March 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/082 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2103

Defect
The communication module may be deactivated
Remedy
Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Vehicles affected
24 across everything the recall covers
Built
3 May 2016 to 2 Jul 2020
DVSA lists it as
“B CLASS”, “B CLASS/GLA/GLB”

2020 4 recalls

An electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification

Launched 27 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/277 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2033

Defect
An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
37 across everything the recall covers
Built
11 Dec 2019 to 9 Jan 2020

The oil supply line of the turbocharger may leak

Launched 12 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/262 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2031

Defect
The oil supply line of the turbocharger might leak
Remedy
Check the oil supply line of the turbocharger on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary
Vehicles affected
1,074 across everything the recall covers
Built
21 Oct 2019 to 26 Jun 2020

THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (eCall) DOES NOT MEET THE SPECIFICATION

Launched 6 October 2020 DVSA recall R/2020/236 Manufacturer ref. SRPC2030

Defect
On affected vehicles the software of the communication module for the emergency call system does not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the communication module for the emergency call system
Vehicles affected
3,127 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Mar 2017 to 30 Sept 2018

The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat may not meet the specification

Launched 21 July 2020 DVSA recall R/2019/446 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1961

Defect
The calibration of the occupant classification system for the passenger seat might not meet the specification.
Remedy
Replace the passenger seat cushion
Vehicles affected
75 across everything the recall covers
Built
29 Apr 2015 to 2 Nov 2017

2019 9 recalls

The refrigerant in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements

Launched 8 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/327 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1937

Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
The air conditioning system will be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant.
Vehicles affected
624 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2012 to 31 Oct 2013
Also covers

The refrigerant used in the air condition system does not meet legal requirements

Launched 7 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/354 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1941

Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
Adapt the air conditioning system for usage of the new refrigerant.
Vehicles affected
1,407 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013

The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system may not meet legal requirements

Launched 5 November 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/348 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1949

Defect
The refrigerant used in the air conditioning system does not meet legal requirements
Remedy
The air conditioning system will be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant.
Vehicles affected
58 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013

The software of the radar control unit may not meet specification

Launched 18 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/269 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1926

Defect
The software of the radar control unit might not meet the specification
Remedy
Update the software of the radar sensor control unit on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
294 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2017 to 31 Jul 2019

Air condition system refridgerant does not meet requirements

Launched 10 September 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/221 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1916

Defect
The refrigerant used in the air condition system does not meet legal requirements.
Remedy
The air conditioning system to be adapted for the usage of the new refrigerant (R1234yf).
Vehicles affected
7,516 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2012 to 31 Oct 2013
Also covers

The software of the transmission control unit might not meet specification.

Launched 30 July 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/217 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1919

Defect
Under certain circumstances it might not be possible to shift into Drive or Reverse mode.
Remedy
Update the transmission control unit software of the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
1,209 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 2018 to 28 Feb 2019

The driver might temporarily not be able to deactivate the high beam with the high beam lever.

Launched 10 April 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/105 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1911

Defect
The driver might temporarily not be able to deactivate the high beam with the high beam lever.
Remedy
The software is to be updated on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
957 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jul 2018 to 28 Feb 2019
Also covers

The locknuts securing the airbag might be insufficiently tightened

Launched 1 April 2019 DVSA recall R/2019/097 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1905

Defect
One or more of the four locknuts securing the drivers airbag might be insufficiently tightened.
Remedy
Replace the driver airbag of affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
3 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2018 to 31 Dec 2018
Also covers

The calibration of the front passenger seat occupant clasification system may not correspond to specifications

Launched 27 February 2019 DVSA recall R/2018/349 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1847

Defect
Incorrect calibration of the front passenger occupant classification system.
Remedy
Replace the seat cushion of the front passenger seat.
Vehicles affected
163 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Jan 2018 to 28 Feb 2018

2018 4 recalls

Doors on left vehicle side (passenger side) remain permanently locked after the vehicle has been locked/unlocked with the remote control key

Launched 19 November 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/268 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1839

Defect
Possible inability to open the left hand door externally or internally.
Remedy
Replace the affected door locks on the left side of the vehicle.
Vehicles affected
5,030 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Oct 2017 to 30 Apr 2018

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 June 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/130 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1815

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components
Vehicles affected
78,608 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017

Steering components may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 11 May 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/098 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1812

Defect
It has been determined that the steering airbag electrical components are insufficiently grounded. Failure of the steering column module clock spring could result in an inadvertent deployment of the driver airbag which may cause risk of injury to the driver and an increased risk of a potential collision.
Remedy
On affected vehicles the manufacturer will fit a contact bridge to the outer race of the steering column top bearing which will provide correct grounding.
Vehicles affected
74,329 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 9 April 2018 DVSA recall R/2018/069 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1809

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Vehicles affected
67,027 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017

2017 4 recalls

Electrical wiring in steering assembly may be insufficiently grounded

Launched 18 December 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/282 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1800

Defect
The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.
Remedy
Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.
Vehicles affected
46,093 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Nov 2011 to 31 Jul 2017

Vacuum line brake booster may break

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/179 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1722

Defect
The connection fitting of the vacuum line to the brake booster is not to specification and my not be durable. If the connection fails the brake booster will no longer be supplied with vacuum. After a few brake applications the driver will have to apply additional pressure to the brake pedal to gain the appropriate braking effect.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the vacuum line on the brake booster with a quality assured component.
Vehicles affected
4,787 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Apr 2011 to 30 Apr 2013

Airbag may not deploy correctly

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/177 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1721

Defect
The propellant mixing ratio in the igniters of the front passenger airbag assembly may not meet specification. If the airbag is required and activated it might not deploy or not completely deploy. This could increase the risk of injury to the occupants.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front passenger airbag assembly.
Vehicles affected
1,034 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Aug 2016 to 31 Mar 2017

Starting current limiter may overload

Launched 20 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/096 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1708

Defect
Where the car incurs severe engine damage resulting in the engine failing to turn over (engine seizure) and if the driver repeatedly attempts to start the engine despite the engine not cranking the very high electrical current could lead to overheating of the starting current limiter and the potential for a fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and install an additional fuse in the electrical line to the starter.
Vehicles affected
74,444 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2014 to 28 Feb 2017

2016 3 recalls

Risk of fire

Launched 24 June 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/151 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1616

Defect
A threaded connection in the Prefuse box may not be tightened to the correct specification. This may excessive resistance and create a heat source. This could cause a fire. Additionally vibration may cause power disruption which could affect the operation of steering power assistance ABS SRS and/or instrument failure..
Remedy
On affected vehicles check threaded connection and where necessary replace fuse box.
Vehicles affected
1 B-Class vehicle
Built
Build dates not given

Rear bench seat may lift up from the rear in a collision & attached seat belts may not be anchored correctly

Launched 9 May 2016 DVSA recall R/2016/091 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1609

Defect
On 'B' Class models fitted with 'Easy Vario' rear seat option a bolt securing the seat bench to the body may have been omitted during production. This may allow the seat bench to lift during a frontal collision. Seat belt effectiveness may also be compromised.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check for presence and tightness of retaining screws. Fit new screws where necessary and tighten all screws to specification.
Vehicles affected
146 B-Class vehicles
Built
1 Dec 2012 to 1 Mar 2016

Risk of fire

Launched 21 January 2016 DVSA recall R/2015/259 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1600

Defect
The high pressure fuel lines have not been manufactured to the correct specification which over time can lead to crack formation and fuel leaking. Fuel escaping in the presence of an ignition source could lead to fire.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the high pressure fuel lines.
Vehicles affected
1,327 across everything the recall covers
Built
28 Oct 2015 to 19 Nov 2015

2015 5 recalls

Vehicle may cut out

Launched 1 December 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/231 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1518

Defect
In rare cases the propulsion control unit may send an incorrect message. This may cause the electric power train to shut down. Power can be restored by the normal start sequence.
Remedy
Update software on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
243 B-Class vehicles
Built
25 Sept 2014 to 29 Sept 2015

Engine may fail

Launched 19 November 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/210 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1515

Defect
The camshaft could break and damage the engine due to it not being manufactured to the correct specification. If the condition occurs it will lead to a sudden loss of drive thereby increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the exhaust camshaft.
Vehicles affected
395 across everything the recall covers
Built
16 Jul 2015 to 11 Sept 2015

Front passenger airbag may not deploy

Launched 12 August 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/145 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1507

Defect
Certain fuses in the passenger's footwell may not have been fitted correctly. This may adversely affect the instrument cluster windscreen wipers and the passenger seat occupancy recognition system. In certain conditions this may cause the passenger's air bag not to deploy in an accident.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check fuses and if necessary replace fuse box.
Vehicles affected
1,028 across everything the recall covers
Built
8 Sept 2014 to 7 Nov 2014

Possibility of loss of drive

Launched 14 July 2015 DVSA recall R/2015/099 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1504

Defect
The drive shaft and the hub of the outer joint may separate. In very rare cases it cannot be excluded that the vehicle stops. The steering and braking system remain fully available to the driver.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the snap ring both sides together with the respective outboard boots on the affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
3,890 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Sept 2011 to 30 Jun 2013

Oil may leak

Launched 16 January 2015 DVSA recall R/2014/182 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1500

Defect
On certain diesel engines the 'O' ring may not have been produced to the correct specification. This may allow oil to leak and contaminate the environment. If excessive oil is lost engine damage may occur.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the chain tensioner sealing ring.
Vehicles affected
61,672 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2014 to 30 Nov 2014

2013 1 recall

Rear back-rest may fail

Launched 25 July 2013 DVSA recall R/2013/069 Manufacturer ref. SRPC1306

Defect
It is possible that vehicles fitted with the Easy Vario seat system may have a seat back-rest lock that is not to specification. This could in the event of extreme loading (a rear end collision) result in the lock failing and the seat back-rest folding forward possibly causing injury to the occupant.
Remedy
Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required replace the rear back-rest lock.
Vehicles affected
100 B-Class vehicles
Built
14 Jan 2012 to 18 May 2012

2012 1 recall

Transmission may not operate correctly

Launched 18 May 2012 DVSA recall R/2012/063 Manufacturer ref. P189

Defect
A frictional connection (clutch within the gearbox) may go out of tolerance and produce a chattering noise. This will be followed by a warning message appearing in the instrument cluster and symptoms similar to a slipping clutch.
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the thrust link belt of the continuously variable transmission. Where necessary the transmission will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
51 across everything the recall covers
Built
1 Feb 2011 to 30 Apr 2011
Also covers

2010 1 recall

Fuel may leak

Launched 30 September 2010 DVSA recall R/2010/123 Manufacturer ref. P156

Defect
It is possible on some fuel tanks that the vent pipe is not to specification. This can lead to a small leak into the charcoal canister and if not rectified can over a period of time result in a fuel leak.
Remedy
Recall the affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank.
Vehicles affected
147 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

2008 1 recall

Seat belt buckle could detach.

Launched 14 October 2008 DVSA recall R/2008/126 Manufacturer ref. p127

Defect
Seat belt locking pawls may break in the event of an accident which in the most unfavourable circumstances may lead to the seat belt buckle detaching
Remedy
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check the seat belt batch number and replace the seat belt where necessary.
Vehicles affected
194 across everything the recall covers
Built
Build dates not given
Also covers

Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 47 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Mercedes-Benz B-Class. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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