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Mercedes-Benz 190 Recall 85V072: Wheels:Rim

NHTSA campaign 85V072, reported May 28, 1985, 6,384 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 85V072MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.
Component
WHEELS:RIM
Problem
WHEELS MAY DEVELOP HAIRLINE CRACKS IN THE AREA OF THE VENTILATION HOLES. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: RIMS MAY EVENTUALLY BREAK AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CAR AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
Risk
Remedy
REPLACE RIMS AS NECESSARY.
Notes
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS EQUIPPED WITH ALLOY WHEELS WITH CODES 3583THROUGH 4983 STAMPED ON THE INSIDE OF THE RIM. SYSTEM: ALLOY WHEELS.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz 1901984