CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
- 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.
- Risk
- The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 and E550 Coupe and Convertible models built between June 7 and September 8, 2016, there may not be enough clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel. Heat from the converter can cause that panel to melt.
If the panel melts, the risk of a fire increases. Owners of affected vehicles should take this recall seriously.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the underbody panel and replace it if necessary, at no charge to you. Contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372 for more information, and check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E550 | 2017 |