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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12E048000

Nissens Radiator Fan — Equipment

Published November 14, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 14, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12E048000, published November 14, 2012. Recalling firm: Nissens North America, Inc.; Nissens Radiator Fan — Equipment.

What's the hazard

Nissens is recalling certain aftermarket engine cooling radiator fans, model numbers 85010 and 85077. These engine cooling radiator fans were sold as replacement fans for use on various Mercedes S, CL, CLS and E Class vehicles, for model years 2000 through 2011. A manufacturing deformity within the electrical control unit may cause the fan to overheat and short.

What to do

Nissens will notify their distributors and their retail customers and offer replacement original equipment cooling fans, free of charge, for both parts and labor. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Nissens at 1-800-457-6162.

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Recall details

Brand
NISSENS
Model
RADIATOR FAN
Manufacturer
Nissens North America, Inc.
Lot
NISSENS RADIATOR FAN
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Nissens Radiator Fan — Equipment recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12E048000 on November 14, 2012. Reported hazard: Nissens is recalling certain aftermarket engine cooling radiator fans, model numbers 85010 and 85077. These engine cooling radiator fans were sold as replacement fans for use on various Mercedes S, CL, CLS and E Class vehicles, for model years 2000 through 2011. A manufacturing deformity within the electrical control unit may cause the fan to overheat and short.

What should I do if I have this product?

Nissens will notify their distributors and their retail customers and offer replacement original equipment cooling fans, free of charge, for both parts and labor. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Nissens at 1-800-457-6162.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NISSENS. Model: RADIATOR FAN.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)