Recall 20V-364
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V-364
- Reported
- June 22, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 90 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
The risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.
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
- Mercedes-Benz C300 2020
- Mercedes-Benz E350 2020
- Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2020