GLC
Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00338/21 |
| 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*0480*24 to *36, Type: 204X |
| Published | 12 March 2021 |
Risk Description
Due to defective screw connection, the positive 12V battery cable may come into contact with the starter and be damaged by its movement. Consequently, the damaged positive cable might be in contact with the starter housing, which could lead to a short circuit. As a result, the battery may become discharged in a short period of time, and an intermediary electrical component might be overloaded, leading to immobilisation of the vehicle and to increased the 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: BR 253. Vehicles equipped with an AMG petrol engine and 4MATIC.