Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #91V137000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 91V137000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 96,541 affected units, EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE:MECHANICAL:LEVER SETTLING, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The design of the parking brake grip makes it possible to distort the grip and pinch the brake release knob. If the release knob sticks in a partial engage/release position because of the pinched grip, it is possible for the lever to release unintentionally with a corresponding reduction in parking brake force.

Corrective Action

Replace the parking brake grip with a new grip type.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 91V137000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 1991-08-20T00:00:00

Subject: Emergency parking brake:mechanical:lever settling

Component: Parking Brake

Potentially Affected Units: 96,541

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The design of the parking brake grip makes it possible to distort the grip and pinch the brake release knob. If the release knob sticks in a partial engage/release position because of the pinched grip, it is possible for the lever to release unintentionally with a corresponding reduction in parking brake force.

Consequence Summary: If the vehicle is not properly parked with thetransmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade,reduction in parking brake force could lead to unintentional rollaway and anaccident.

Corrective Action: Replace the parking brake grip with a new grip type.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 91V137000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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