C-Class

Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
Alert NumberA12/01395/22
BrandMercedes-Benz
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeFire, Injuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model NumberR2CW, e1*2018/858*00016*00, e1*2018/858*00016*01, e1*2018/858*00016*02, e1*2018/858*00016*03, e1*2018/858*00016*04
Published14 October 2022

Risk Description

Moisture could enter the signal acquisition and actuation module. In this case, a short circuit may occur and as a result the risk of fire increases. Moreover, this moisture may cause the exterior lighting at the rear of the vehicle to fail, the rear backseat may unintentionally fold, and the rear-view camera may not be available, increasing the risk of an accident. 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, Mercedes-Benz, C-Class Sedan, model series 206

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