MERCEDES BENZ E63 2009: VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY
| Make : MERCEDES BENZ | Model : E63 | Year : 2009 |
| Build Dates : 2006-01-16 - 2006-08-21 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 19V918000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 0000-00-00 | Date Received by ODI: 2019-12-20 | Date Added to Database: 2019-12-23 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. | ||
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| Component: VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 744852 | ||
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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 |
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Consequence:
A detached glass panel can separate from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the glass panel bonding and replace the sliding roof, as necessary, free of charge. An interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed February 13, 2020. Another letter will be mailed when the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
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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. |
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