Mercedes Benz Vito: Oil May Leak
Mercedes Benz Recall Summary Mercedes Benz is recalling approximately 16,074 Vito, V Class, and Viano vehicles with certain diesel engines because an O-ring in the chain tensioner may not meet specifications, potentially causing oil leaks. If too much oil leaks out, the engine could be damaged and oil could contaminate the environment. The fix involves replacing the chain tensioner sealing ring.
- Recalling firm
- MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED
- Product
- Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ VITO, MERCEDES BENZ V CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ VIANO. Units affected: 16,074
- Reason
- 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.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2015-01-16
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/2cc38534-d7fe-4222-8b6b-338a1321985b