AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, CLS, E-Class
AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, CLS, E-Class was recalled on 1 March 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00463/24. Environment, Fire risk reported by Germany. The 48V ground cable bolt in the engine compartment may be incorrectly secured.
| Alert Number | A12/00463/24 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment, Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 212, R1ES, R1ECLS, R1EAMG, e1*2001/116*0501*51-*60, e1*2007/46*1560*24-*33, e1*2007/46*1818*14-*19, e1*2007/46*1878*11-*20 |
| Published | 1 March 2024 |
Risk Description
The 48V ground cable bolt in the engine compartment may be incorrectly secured. This could increase electrical transition resistance at the point of connection. As a result, the high electrical currents that can flow through this connection could increase the temperature, increasing the risk of fire. Furthermore, the 48V electrical power supply failure may increase exhaust emissions. This could have a negative impact on the environment. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
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
Passenger car
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment, fire hazard related to AMG GT 4-Door Coupé, CLS, E-Class.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.