Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #09V076000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V076000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 16,130 affected units, POWER LIFT GATE, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mercedes benz is recalling 16,130 my 2009 m-class w164 passenger vehicles equipped with the optional power lift gate. as a result of a faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly, water may enter the rear compartment containing the spare tire. water contamination of the control unit for the power lift gate can result in disabling of the power lift gate motor.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the seal of the rear tail lamp assembly with a thicker one and reposition the affected power lift gate control unit inside the chassis. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2009. owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V076000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2009-03-10T00:00:00

Subject: Power lift gate

Component: Exterior Lighting

Potentially Affected Units: 16,130

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2009030003

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes benz is recalling 16,130 my 2009 m-class w164 passenger vehicles equipped with the optional power lift gate. as a result of a faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly, water may enter the rear compartment containing the spare tire. water contamination of the control unit for the power lift gate can result in disabling of the power lift gate motor.

Consequence Summary: Water will cause a short circuit which could lead to a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the seal of the rear tail lamp assembly with a thicker one and reposition the affected power lift gate control unit inside the chassis. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during april 2009. 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-d433~ryhk_reg3

NHTSA ID: 09V076000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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