CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014 CLA250 vehicles manufactured December 14, 2012, to April 24, 2013 equipped with gasoline engines. The affected vehicles have a fitting that connects the vacuum line to the brake booster which may break causing increased forced to be needed to apply the brakes.
- Risk
- If the vehicles unexpectedly need increased pressure on the brake pedal to apply the brakes, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector end fitting at the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA 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
A fitting that connects the vacuum line to the brake booster on certain 2014 CLA250 vehicles built between December 14, 2012, and April 24, 2013, with gasoline engines may break. If this happens, the brake pedal may need increased force to stop the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected vehicle, Mercedes-Benz USA will notify you directly. Authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers will replace the connector end fitting at the brake booster free of charge. You can also contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
You should also check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls, as other safety recalls may apply to your car.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 | 2014 |
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