Recall 11V-213
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recalled the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E: Engine and engine cooling.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-213
- Reported
- April 1, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 41 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2011 e-class model w212 and s212 vehicles manufactured from july 8, 2010, through july 12, 2010. Insufficient adhesive between the vibration damper and its inner mass damper ring could cause a sudden separation of the inner mass damper ring from the vibration damper.
The risk
While working in the engine compartment during engine operation, the damper ring could strike and injure the person repairing the vehicle or a bystander.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace parts as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on april 8, 2011. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Mercedes safety recall no. 2011030004.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz E 2011