Recall 16V831000: 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400, 2017 Mercedes-Benz E550
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 17, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 799
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
The 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.
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.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V831000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2016110008
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Dec 16, 2016
- Components
- Structure:frame and members:underbody shields (Body & Structure)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology