Mercedes Benz C Class: Engine May Cut Out

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling 12,180 C Class and E Class vehicles in the UK because the charge air hose may develop cracks. A cracked hose could cause the engine to enter limp-home mode or, in rare cases, shut off completely. Mercedes-Benz will replace the affected charge air hose.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ C CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ E CLASS. Units affected: 12,180

Reason

Cracks in the charge air hose may possibly occur. This may subsequently lead to the engine switching to limp-home mode. In rare individual cases the engine shutting off cannot be ruled out. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the charge air hose.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2013-01-29

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/adf62a31-cc53-443b-98ba-910c0b8e8558