Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V220000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V220000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 433 affected units, ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.

Corrective Action

Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V220000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2006-06-19T00:00:00

Subject: Engine compartment fire

Component: Electrical System

Potentially Affected Units: 433

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2006060003

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.

Consequence Summary: This will create the potential for an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-udy3.3r5q~3ydv

NHTSA ID: 06V220000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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