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Mercedes-Benz E 300 Recall 17V246: Roof spoiler can detach while driving, creating a crash risk

NHTSA campaign 17V246, reported April 11, 2017, 411 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 vehicles and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles have a roof-mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached. The spoiler can detach while the vehicle is being driven.

If the spoiler comes loose and detaches, it can become a road hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk, especially at highway speeds.

Mercedes-Benz USA will notify affected owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the roof spoiler and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. To check whether your vehicle is included, contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, and check your VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V246Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 E300 and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles. The affected vehicles have a roof mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and thus may detach while driving.
Risk
If the roof-mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof spoilers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 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.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz E 30020162017