A-Class, GLB
Environment, Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/01768/20 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment, Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*1829*03-10, e1*2007/46*1909*03-06, Types: F2A, F2B |
| Published | 18 December 2020 |
Risk Description
The quantity of oil in the dual-clutch gearbox may be too high.This can result in impaired torque transmission and potentially increased CO2 emissions.In addition, in extreme driving situations, gearbox oil might leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.Moreover, the leaking gearbox oil might come into contact with hot components, increasing the risk of fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Model series: BR177, BR247