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Recall 14V-762

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2014 to 2015 Mercedes-Benz E250 and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, diesel).

At a glance

Campaign number
14V-762
Reported
December 1, 2014
Vehicles affected
4,871 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 E250 BlueTec, E250 BlueTec 4Matic, GLK250 4Matic BlueTec, and 2015 ML250 4Matic BlueTec vehicles manufactured February 28, 2014, to November 10, 2014. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from around the chain tensioner gasket area.

The risk

Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on December 19, 2014. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-[removed]. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2014120002.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles