Mercedes Benz E Class: Fire May Occur
Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 6 E-Class and CLS vehicles in the United Kingdom because the engine compartment seal may not be fully secure and could fall between the engine and firewall. If the loose seal contacts hot engine components like the catalytic converter, it could cause a fire. Mercedes-Benz will install a new seal with fittings to fix the issue.
- Recalling firm
- MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED
- Product
- Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ E CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ CLS. Units affected: 6
- Reason
- The engine compartment seal may not be fully secure. There is a possibility that the seal may become dislodged and fall between the engine and the fire wall. If this occurs it is possible for the seal to contact very hot items such as the catalytic converter and a fire to start. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new seal with fittings.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2015-08-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/75795221-6ef3-4433-bc5e-6d792d88f60a