Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V242000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V242000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 52,740 affected units, TRAILER HITCH, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz is recalling 52,740 my 2006-2008 gl and ml class vehicles equipped with flex-n-gate trailer hitch. some of the weld seams connecting the trailer hitch receiver to the attachment bar used to secure the trailer hitch to the body frame do not meet performance specifications.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair the trailer hitch. the recall began on june 16, 2008. owenrs may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V242000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-06-02T00:00:00

Subject: Trailer hitch

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 52,740

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2008050004

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz is recalling 52,740 my 2006-2008 gl and ml class vehicles equipped with flex-n-gate trailer hitch. some of the weld seams connecting the trailer hitch receiver to the attachment bar used to secure the trailer hitch to the body frame do not meet performance specifications.

Consequence Summary: This may result in the traile rhitch receiver separating from the attachment bar, creating a road hazard which may lead to a vehicle crash. the trailer hitch must not be used for any purpose until it has been repaired.

Corrective Action: Dealers will repair the trailer hitch. the recall began on june 16, 2008. owenrs 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-vrgf.yic8.9h9u

NHTSA ID: 08V242000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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