NHTSA Recall 09V076000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V076000; Date: Mar. 10, 2009
Water will cause a short circuit which could lead to a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Mercedes Benz M-class
Component: Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 16,130
Recall Summary:
Mercedes benz is recalling 16,130 my 2009 m-class w164 passenger vehicles equipped with the optional power lift gate. As a result of a faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly, water may enter the rear compartment containing the spare tire. Water contamination of the control unit for the power lift gate can result in disabling of the power lift gate motor.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the seal of the rear tail lamp assembly with a thicker one and reposition the affected power lift gate control unit inside the chassis. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during April 2009. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Mercedes benz recall no. 2009030003. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 1, 2009
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