Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #96V175000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 96V175000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Includes 28,874 affected units, MERCEDES/HEADLAMP, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. if the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 96V175000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 1996-09-19T00:00:00

Subject: Mercedes/headlamp

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 28,874

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. if the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.

Consequence Summary: Pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-yj65_qwmc_y3e9

NHTSA ID: 96V175000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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