C-Class, EQC, GLC
Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00149/21 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire, Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type-approval numbers: e1*2001/116*0431*55-58, e1*2001/116*0457*46-49, e1*2001/116*0480*35-36, Types: 204, 204 K, 204 X |
| Published | 12 February 2021 |
Risk Description
The wiring harness for the steering control device may have been damaged during the production process and can allow moisture to ingress into the control unit.This may lead to the loss of electric steering support, increasing the risk of accident. Moreover, a short circuit of the damaged wiring harness can occur, leading to increased 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: C class (BR 205), GLC (BR 253) and EQC (BR 293).