C-Class Plug-In-Hybrid
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00681/24 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | R2CW, e1*2018/858*00016*06 |
| Published | 15 March 2024 |
Risk Description
The tank strap may not have been screwed on with the required torque, causing the screw to loosen and the fuel tank to drop, possibly hitting the drive shaft. This could damage the tank and cause fuel leaks, increasing the risk of fire. 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 carModel names: C 300e, C 300e 4MATIC, C 400e 4MATIC