Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V725000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V725000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2018 mercedes-benz c300 4matic coupe, c300 4matic cabrio, e300, e300 4matic, c300, c300 4matic, c300 coupe and c300 cabrio vehicles Includes 4,073 affected units, Starter Battery has Exposed Positive Cable, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 mercedes-benz c300 4matic coupe, c300 4matic cabrio, e300, e300 4matic, c300, c300 4matic, c300 coupe and c300 cabrio vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 mercedes-benz c300 4matic coupe, c300 4matic cabrio, e300, e300 4matic, c300, c300 4matic, c300 coupe and c300 cabrio vehicles. the cover for the starter battery may not cover the live positive electrical wire, and in certain crashes, the vehicle's strut brace may deform and short circuit the battery.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive pole cover, free of charge. the recall began november 27, 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018110002.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V725000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2018-10-15T00:00:00
Subject: Starter battery has exposed positive cable
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 4,073

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2018110002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 mercedes-benz c300 4matic coupe, c300 4matic cabrio, e300, e300 4matic, c300, c300 4matic, c300 coupe and c300 cabrio vehicles. the cover for the starter battery may not cover the live positive electrical wire, and in certain crashes, the vehicle's strut brace may deform and short circuit the battery.
Consequence Summary: If the battery is shorted, the emergency door unlocking would be deactivated for an outside responder and the short circuit could increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive pole cover, free of charge. the recall began november 27, 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018110002.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.44

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NHTSA ID: 18V725000
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