NHTSA Recall 16V831000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V831000; Date: Nov. 17, 2016
The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Mercedes Benz E400; 2017 Mercedes Benz E550
Component: Structure: Frame And Members:underbody Shields
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 799
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2017 e400 4matic coupe, e400 convertible, e550 coupe and e550 convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016. On the affected vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 16, 2016
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