ALEXANDER DENNIS E500 2005: VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

Make : ALEXANDER DENNIS Model : E500 Year : 2005
Build Dates : 2006-01-16 - 2006-08-21
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V918000
Date Owner's Notified: 2020-07-10 Date Received by ODI: 2019-12-20 Date Added to Database: 2019-12-23
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2020040011
Component: VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 747928
Summary:
      Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2001-2011 vehicles. The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may deteriorate, possibly resulting in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V918-4126.pdf
Consequence:
      A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
      MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020040011.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
Notes:
      Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.