2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Published October 19, 2018 · Recall initiated: October 15, 2018
Summary
NHTSA records recall 18V725000, published October 19, 2018 and initiated October 15, 2018. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabrio, E300, E300 4Matic, C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe and C300 Cabrio vehicles. The cover for the starter battery may not cover the live positive electrical wire, and in certain crashes, the vehicle's strut brace may deform and short circuit the battery.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive pole cover, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018110002.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- E 300
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E 300 | 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C 300
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 300 | 2018 Mercedes-Benz C 300 — Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V725000 on October 19, 2018. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabrio, E300, E300 4Matic, C300, C300 4Matic, C300 Coupe and C300 Cabrio vehicles. The cover for the starter battery may not cover the live positive electrical wire, and in certain crashes, the vehicle's strut brace may deform and short circuit the battery.
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive pole cover, free of charge. The recall began November 27, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018110002.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: E 300.