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  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD A CLASSRef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASSRef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLARef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD B CLASSRef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 18 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD CLARef R/2017/282

    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
    46,093
    OEM ref
    SRPC1800
    Build start
    01 Nov 2011
    Build end
    31 Jul 2017
  • 13 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD SPRINTERRef R/2017/298

    WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE INSTALLED CORRECTLY

    Defect

    The windscreen may not be correctly sealed in the upper middle area which may allow water to enter the cabin area.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check installation of windscreen and if necessary re-install.

    Vehicles affected
    128
    OEM ref
    SRV1705
    Build start
    11 Sept 2017
    Build end
    13 Sept 2017
  • 11 Dec 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD G CLASSRef R/2017/322

    ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) MAY MALFUNCTION

    Defect

    Affected vehicles will have the manufacturer's DISTRONIC PLUS system fitted. In the event communication between this system and the ESP is lost the systems responses such as engine torque may be adversely affected for the period of the communication loss.. The braking system will not be affected though more effort may be required.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update the ESP software.

    Vehicles affected
    198
    OEM ref
    SRPC1734
  • 27 Nov 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2017/315

    FRONT AND SIDE PLASTIC COVERS OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF MAY NOT BE BONDED TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The bonding retaining front and side plastic covers on the sunroof may not meet specification. As a result these could detach whilst the vehicle is in motion.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check trims and where necessary re-bond trims.

    Vehicles affected
    10
    OEM ref
    SRPC
  • 21 Nov 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASS AMGRef R/2017/301

    AXLE MOUNTING MAY BREAK

    Defect

    Under extreme starting conditions (such as full throttle) on wet road surfaces AND with repeated short term rear wheel spin strong torque peaks in the powertrain may occur.This may cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update the ESP and chassis control units.

    Vehicles affected
    1,511
    OEM ref
    SRPC1732
    Build start
    01 Jun 2014
    Build end
    31 May 2016
  • 21 Nov 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASSRef R/2017/299

    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 hand seat belt tensioner in the rear is activated the belt may not fully retrain the occupant.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles replace the left rear seat belt with a correct version.

    Vehicles affected
    796
    OEM ref
    SRPC1731
    Build start
    01 Aug 2016
    Build end
    30 Apr 2017
  • 20 Nov 2017MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VITORef R/2017/232

    VEHICLE CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY UPDATED

    Defect

    The vehicles electronic control unit (ECU) may have been incorrectly updated. This may affect the operation of systems controlled by the ECU

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update the software of the control unit

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    SRV1704
    Build start
    01 Nov 2007
    Build end
    01 Nov 2007
  • 20 Nov 2017MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2017/232

    VEHICLE CONTROL UNIT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN CORRECTLY UPDATED

    Defect

    The vehicles electronic control unit (ECU) may have been incorrectly updated. This may affect the operation of systems controlled by the ECU

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update the software of the control unit

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    SRV1704
    Build start
    08 Nov 2014
    Build end
    29 Aug 2016
  • 26 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C-CLASSRef R/2017/253

    RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification . This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    135
    OEM ref
    SRPC1726
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 26 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLCRef R/2017/253

    RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification . This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    135
    OEM ref
    SRPC1726
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 26 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD S-CLASSRef R/2017/253

    RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification . This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    135
    OEM ref
    SRPC1726
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 26 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E-CLASS COUPERef R/2017/253

    RIGHT FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    The right front seat belt pretensioner may not conform to specification . This may adversely affect it's operation in the event of an accident.

    Remedy

    Replace the pretensioner on affected vehicles.

    Vehicles affected
    135
    OEM ref
    SRPC1726
    Build start
    01 Apr 2016
    Build end
    31 Mar 2017
  • 24 Oct 2017MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED E-CLASSRef R/2017/156

    REAR SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERS MAY FAIL TO RESTRAIN OCCUPANTS AS INTENDED

    Defect

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

    Remedy

    Recall the 3400 vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace any potentially affected seatbelts with quality assured units.

    Vehicles affected
    3,400
    OEM ref
    SRPC1716
    Build start
    01 Aug 2016
    Build end
    30 Apr 2017
  • 20 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD SMART FORFOURRef R/2017/252

    STEERING KNUCKLE INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED

    Defect

    Due to an error in production the left hand steering knuckle may not conform to specification. In extreme instances the knuckle may fail.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check the knuckle and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,878
    OEM ref
    SRS1701
    Build start
    01 Mar 2017
    Build end
    30 Jun 2017
  • 20 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLE COUPERef R/2017/267

    ENGINE ECU HAS NOT BEEN CORRCTLY PROGRAMMED

    Defect

    Due to an error in the engine control unit software the engine may shut down when braking from slow speeds such as pulling up at traffic lights. This may also affect the vehicles ECO start system. It will still be possible to manually restart the vehicle.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update engine and transmission control units.

    Vehicles affected
    649
    OEM ref
    SRPC1727
  • 20 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD SMART FORTWORef R/2017/252

    STEERING KNUCKLE INCORRECTLY MANUFACTURED

    Defect

    Due to an error in production the left hand steering knuckle may not conform to specification. In extreme instances the knuckle may fail.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check the knuckle and replace where necessary.

    Vehicles affected
    1,878
    OEM ref
    SRS1701
    Build start
    01 Mar 2017
    Build end
    30 Jun 2017
  • 20 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD GLERef R/2017/267

    ENGINE ECU HAS NOT BEEN CORRCTLY PROGRAMMED

    Defect

    Due to an error in the engine control unit software the engine may shut down when braking from slow speeds such as pulling up at traffic lights. This may also affect the vehicles ECO start system. It will still be possible to manually restart the vehicle.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles update engine and transmission control units.

    Vehicles affected
    649
    OEM ref
    SRPC1727
    Build start
    01 Jul 2014
    Build end
    31 May 2017
  • 12 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD V CLASSRef R/2017/248

    MISSING SPOT WELDS

    Defect

    Due to an error during manufacture the rear cross member may not have been fully spot welded. This may compromise the integrity of the structure.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check the designated areas and where necessary weld member

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRX1700
  • 12 Oct 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD VITORef R/2017/248

    MISSING SPOT WELDS

    Defect

    Due to an error during manufacture the rear cross member may not have been fully spot welded. This may compromise the integrity of the structure.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check the designated areas and where necessary weld member

    Vehicles affected
    3
    OEM ref
    SRX1700
  • 25 Sept 2017MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD SMART FORFOURRef R/2017/245

    HANDBRAKE MAY NOT HOLD

    Defect

    Due to possible loosening of the adjuster lock nut parking brake lever travel may become excessive and the parking brake may not be fully applied. If the vehicle is not parked in accordance with handbook instructions it is possible the vehicle could move.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check and where necessary replace the adjuster lock nut.

    Vehicles affected
    9,181
    OEM ref
    SRS1700
    Build start
    01 Apr 2014
    Build end
    31 Jan 2016

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