GL, GLE, GLS, ML
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1385/18 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | Type-approval numbers: e1*2007/46*0598*01-19, e1*2007/46*0826*02-07; types: 166, 166 AMG |
| Published | 28 September 2018 |
Risk Description
The sealing cap of the Active Curve System's oil reservoir does not prevent oil from leaking out. Oil may leak out and spray onto hot components. As a consequence it may ignite and lead to 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
Passenger car under recall code 4694531.