CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
- Risk
- An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.
- 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
Some turbocharged four-cylinder engines may have turbocharger oil feed and return line screws that were not properly tightened. This can allow oil to leak. If oil reaches a hot engine or exhaust component, it can ignite and increase the risk of a fire.
The recall covers certain vehicles with turbocharged gasoline engines. Authorized dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as needed. The repair is free of charge. Owners who want more information can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and refer to recall number 2020070017.
Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls on the NHTSA website or through your dealer, and schedule the free inspection and repair if your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz C 300 | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E 350 | 2020 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | 2020 |