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  • 09 Apr 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASSRef R/2018/069

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    67,027
    OEM ref
    SRPC1809
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 09 Apr 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2018/055

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    51,528
    OEM ref
    SRPC1807
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    01 Jul 2017
  • 09 Apr 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD A CLASSRef R/2018/069

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    67,027
    OEM ref
    SRPC1809
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 09 Apr 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD CLARef R/2018/069

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    67,027
    OEM ref
    SRPC1809
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 09 Apr 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2018/069

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    67,027
    OEM ref
    SRPC1809
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 15 Mar 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD AMG GTRef R/2018/067

    ROLL BAR CONFIGURATION DOES NOT MEET LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

    Defect

    On AMG- GT R vehicles fitted with Track package the combination of Sport Seat and Rollbar does not meet requirements. In the rearmost postion it is possibel the seat headretraint could contact the roll bar.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the Rollbar

    Vehicles affected
    16
    OEM ref
    SRPC1808
  • 21 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLC COUPERef R/2018/046

    BONDING OF THE WINDSHIELD MAY BE INADEQUATE

    Defect

    The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    SRPC1804
  • 21 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE/GLSRef R/2018/046

    BONDING OF THE WINDSHIELD MAY BE INADEQUATE

    Defect

    The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    SRPC1804
  • 21 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2018/047

    CATALYTIC CONVERTER SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BE INSECURE

    Defect

    The screws retaining the catalytic converter bracket on the engine bracket may have an incorrect clench. This could lead to vibration and cause the exhaust to crack.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check screws according to manufacturer's procedures..Depending on findings either replace screws or refer to manufacturer for further guidance

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRPC1806
    Build start
    01 Jun 2017
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 20 Feb 2018MERCEDES BENZ BUS TOURISMORef R/2018/054

    DRIVER'S DOOR PANEL MAY DETACH

    Defect

    The bonding on the panelling under driver's window may be incorrect and the panel could detach.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the panel with a correctly bonded version.

    Vehicles affected
    36
    OEM ref
    TI88.60T10324A
    Build start
    01 May 2016
    Build end
    01 Sept 2016
  • 08 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD A CLASSRef R/2018/020

    BONDING OF THE WINDSHIELD MAY BE INADEQUATE

    Defect

    The bonding of the windshield in the lower area may not correspond to the specification. During a collision the bonding may fail and the windscreen may detach. This could have an adverse affect on the effectiveness of the passenger airbag.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check bonding and if necessary replace windscreen.

    Vehicles affected
    40
    OEM ref
    SRPC1803
    Build start
    01 May 2017
    Build end
    31 May 2017
  • 06 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2018/010

    FRONT SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT FUNCTION

    Defect

    The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    296
    OEM ref
    SRPC1802
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 06 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASSRef R/2018/010

    FRONT SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT FUNCTION

    Defect

    The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    296
    OEM ref
    SRPC1802
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 06 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASS COUPERef R/2018/010

    FRONT SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT FUNCTION

    Defect

    The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    296
    OEM ref
    SRPC1802
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 06 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD S-CLASSRef R/2018/010

    FRONT SEAT BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT FUNCTION

    Defect

    The front seatbelt pre-tensioner ignitors may not perform as expected. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupants. The lock function of the seatbelts is not impaired.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace seatbelts with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    296
    OEM ref
    SRPC1802
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 02 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD VITORef R/2017/349

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    13,752
    OEM ref
    SRX1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 02 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD V CLASSRef R/2017/350

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    4,393
    OEM ref
    SRX1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 02 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASSRef R/2018/006

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    84,879
    OEM ref
    SRPC1801
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 02 Feb 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2018/006

    ELECTRICAL WIRING IN STEERING ASSEMBLY MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY GROUNDED

    Defect

    The steering column clock spring may break. This will cause warning messages to illuminate in the instrument cluster but in extreme instances it may cause the driver's airbag to deploy.

    Remedy

    Affected vehicles will be recalled to establish sufficient grounding of the steering components.

    Vehicles affected
    84,879
    OEM ref
    SRPC1801
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 15 Jan 2018MERCEDES BENZ BUS CITARORef R/2020/039

    THE WHEELCHAIR RAMP DOES NOT LOCK CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The wheelchair ramp on affected vehicles may not lock correctly

    Remedy

    Update the control unit software.

    Vehicles affected
    9
    OEM ref
    TI86.10M10625A
    Build start
    01 Nov 2016
    Build end
    01 Jan 2017
  • 09 Jan 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2017/338

    SEATBELT PRETENSIONER MAY NOT OPERATE

    Defect

    Due to a deviation in the suppliers production process a specific squib batch may not comply with specifications In the event of an accident during which the left or right hand seat belt tensioner in the rear is activated with out squib ignition the belt may not fully restrain the occupant.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the left and right hand rear seat belts with a correct version.

    Vehicles affected
    2,599
    OEM ref
    SRPC1735
    Build start
    01 Aug 2016
    Build end
    30 Apr 2017
  • 05 Jan 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD AMG GT/GTSRef R/2017/342

    PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSING SYSTEM MAY MALFUNCTION

    Defect

    The passenger seat occupancy classification system may not function as specified. This may cause or adversely affect the operation of the passenger air bag. deployment.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update the software and if necessary replace the passenger seat cushion.

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRPC1736
  • 02 Jan 2018MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD VITORef R/2017/323

    RETAINING RING OF THE FRONT BEARING MAY BE INCORRECTLY LOCATED

    Defect

    The front wheel bearing retaing ring may not be correctly fitted; this may allow the axle to float in the hub.

    Remedy

    On affected vehciles check location of retaing ring. Refit or replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    232
    OEM ref
    SRX1701 (Van)
  • 02 Jan 2018MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD V CLASSRef R/2017/324

    RETAINING RING OF THE FRONT BEARING MAY BE INCORRECTLY LOCATED

    Defect

    The front wheel bearing retaing ring may not be correctly fitted. this may allow the axle to float in the hub.

    Remedy

    On affected vehciles check location of retaing ring. Refit or replace where necessary. R/2017/323

    Vehicles affected
    263
    OEM ref
    SRX1701 (Car)
  • 22 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD CITANRef R/2017/316

    SEAT BELT SECURING BOLTS MAY NOT BE CORRECTLY TIGHTENED.

    Defect

    The bolts securing the seat belts to the B- and C-pillars on the left side of the vehicle may possibly not have been tightened to specification.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check bolts for tightness and if necessary tighten to correct torque.

    Vehicles affected
    15
    OEM ref
    SRV1706

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