Mercedes-benz Vans Sprinter 906: Failure Of The Glow Plug Relay

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 906 vans are being recalled because the glow plug relay may fail, causing an electrical short circuit and overheating. This recall affects approximately 114,203 vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom. Mercedes-Benz will replace the glow plug relay and install an additional protective relay shield on affected vehicles.

Recalling firm
MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD
Product
Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ VANS SPRINTER 906. Units affected: 114,203
Reason
A failure of the glow plug relay may result in an electrical short circuit and in overheating of the component. Remedy: Replace the glow plug relay and provide an additional protective relay shield on the vehicles affected.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2019-04-24
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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