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  • 09 Feb 2004MERCEDES BENZ BUS CITARORef R/2004/035

    POSSIBILITY OF FIRE

    Defect

    There is a possibility of a fractured air pipe penetrating the wiring harness and/or an oil pipe fracturing with the possibility of causing a fire hazard

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and re-route and clamp the subject air pipe so that it is clear of the wiring harness and the replacement of the oil pipe.

    Vehicles affected
    184
    Build start
    01 Mar 2003
    Build end
    01 Mar 2004
  • 09 Jan 2004MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED C CLASSRef R/2003/185

    REAR SEAT BELTS MAY NOT ENGAGE CORRECTLY

    Defect

    Rear Seat Belt may not engage correctly

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace seat belt buckle

    Vehicles affected
    4,372
    OEM ref
    1886
    Build start
    01 Aug 2003
    Build end
    01 Oct 2003
  • 18 Nov 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED C CLASSRef R/2010/153

    BONNET COULD OPEN WITHOUT WARNING

    Defect

    It is possible that due to a previous minor collision which the driver may have considered insignificant the bonnet securing hook may have been damaged which could result in the opening of the bonnet if it has not been closed correctly.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the hook with a modified hook.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    1780
  • 19 Sept 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED C CLASSRef R/2003/146

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

    Defect

    It is possible that the steering coupling at the union with the steering gear may not be correctly positioned and/or sufficiently torqued. This could lead to the steering gear becoming detached from the steering column with subsequent loss of steering control.

    Remedy

    Check the position of the steering coupling and the fasteners for correct torque.

    Vehicles affected
    16
    OEM ref
    1877
  • 12 Aug 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED M CLASSRef R/2003/060

    POSSIBLE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTED STEERING FLUID

    Defect

    An oversize hose clamp may allow a gradual loss of Power Assisted Steering Fluid over a period of time.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace hose clamp with modified type.

    Vehicles affected
    29,686
    OEM ref
    1872
    Build start
    01 Apr 1998
    Build end
    01 Apr 2002
  • 08 Aug 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VITORef R/2003/101

    POSSIBLE FAULT IN AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE

    Defect

    A component inside the air bag control unit may become defective - Air bag may not deploy in a collision

    Remedy

    Replace Air Bag control module

    Vehicles affected
    82
    OEM ref
    1675
  • 04 Aug 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SPRINTERRef R/2003/100

    POSSIBLE FAULT IN AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE

    Defect

    A component inside the control module may become defective - Air bag may not deploy in a collision

    Remedy

    Replace Air Bag control module.

    Vehicles affected
    29
    OEM ref
    1680
  • 19 Jun 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VARIO RANGERef R/2003/080

    POSSIBLE MOVEMENT OF BRAKE PADS WITHIN CALIPER

    Defect

    The front brake pad anti-rattle spring mounting bolts may not have been tightened to the correct torque. This could result in the brake pads moving about in the caliper.

    Remedy

    Check and if required re-torque the anti-rattle spring mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    280
    OEM ref
    1669
  • 07 Apr 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED SMART CARRef R/2003/046

    REAR SIDE LIGHTS AND NUMBER PLATE LIGHT MAY FAIL

    Defect

    A combination switch may fail. If this occurs the rear side lights and number plate lights will fail to function. (Brake lights and indicators will operate as normal).

    Remedy

    Recall vehicles and replace the combination switch.

    Vehicles affected
    165
    OEM ref
    S002
  • 06 Jan 2003MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED T2Ref R/2002/114

    BRAKE PEDAL STOP FRACTURES

    Defect

    The brake pedal return stop bracket may fracture and permit the pedal to rise above its normal rest position. This could delay application of the brake in an emergency.

    Remedy

    Install a supplementary brake pedal stop bracket.

    Vehicles affected
    1,605
    OEM ref
    1661
  • 15 Aug 2002MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED ATEGORef R/2002/076

    STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY DEFECT

    Defect

    As a result of incorrect manufacture the possibility exists that a fracture may occur in the steering shaft assembly between the steering box and the steering column.

    Remedy

    Recall the affected vehicles and replace the steering shaft assembly.

    Vehicles affected
    84
    OEM ref
    1659
    Build start
    01 Jan 2001
    Build end
    20 Jun 2002
  • 13 Jun 2002MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED VARIO RANGERef R/2002/069

    BRAKE PEDAL STOP BRACKET CONCERN

    Defect

    The brake pedal return stop bracket may fracture and permit the pedal to rise above its normal rest position. This could delay application of the brake in an emergency.

    Remedy

    Install a supplementary brake pedal stop bracket.

    Vehicles affected
    3,382
    OEM ref
    1660
    Build start
    01 Jan 1996
    Build end
    31 Dec 2000
  • 08 May 2001MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C CLASSRef R/2000/142

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG

    Defect

    Exposure to high humidity conditions may result in corrosion that can cause the drivers front air bag to deploy unintentionally.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag.

    Vehicles affected
    7,041
    OEM ref
    1844
    Build start
    01 Sept 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1996
  • 08 May 2001MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD S CLASSRef R/2000/142

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG

    Defect

    Exposure to high humidity conditions may result in corrosion that can cause the drivers front air bag to deploy unintentionally.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag.

    Vehicles affected
    7,041
    OEM ref
    1844
    Build start
    01 Sept 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1996
  • 08 May 2001MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E CLASSRef R/2000/142

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG

    Defect

    Exposure to high humidity conditions may result in corrosion that can cause the drivers front air bag to deploy unintentionally.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag.

    Vehicles affected
    7,041
    OEM ref
    1844
    Build start
    01 Sept 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1996
  • 08 May 2001MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD SLRef R/2000/142

    UNINTENTIONAL DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG

    Defect

    Exposure to high humidity conditions may result in corrosion that can cause the drivers front air bag to deploy unintentionally.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace air bag.

    Vehicles affected
    7,041
    OEM ref
    1844
    Build start
    01 Sept 1995
    Build end
    31 Dec 1996
  • 28 Apr 2001MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED A CLASSRef R/2010/152

    BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM TO SPECIFICATION

    Defect

    Due to an internal issue with the brake master cylinder it is possible that when the vehicle is operated at ambient temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius there maybe an increase in brake travel which may increase stopping distances.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles for the replacement of the brake master cylinder.

    Vehicles affected
    563
    OEM ref
    1838
    Build start
    01 Jan 2000
    Build end
    31 Dec 2000
  • 27 Apr 2001MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD C CLASSRef R/2000/102

    EXHAUST PIPE MAY BREAK

    Defect

    There is a possibility that the end part of the exhaust pipe could break off at the welding seam to the rear of the muffler. Hot exhaust gases could in isolated cases cause the risk of substantial consequential heat damage in the rear region of the vehicle.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace rear exhaust section with a stainless steel version if not already replaced due to regular muffler wear.

    Vehicles affected
    7,213
    OEM ref
    1830
    Build start
    01 Jan 1993
    Build end
    31 Dec 1996
  • 18 Apr 2001MERCEDES BENZ BUS 0405GNRef R/2001/064

    FIRE IN AUXILIARY HEATER WIRING LOOM

    Defect

    Electrical fault in the 24 volt supply to the auxiliary heater resulted in a fire.

    Remedy

    INTERIM REMEDY:- Disconnect and insulate the electrical supply to the heater and turn off the fuel supply tap.

    Vehicles affected
    219
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    31 Dec 1999
  • 18 Apr 2001MERCEDES BENZ BUS 0405NRef R/2001/064

    FIRE IN AUXILIARY HEATER WIRING LOOM

    Defect

    Electrical fault in the 24 volt supply to the auxiliary heater resulted in a fire.

    Remedy

    INTERIM REMEDY:- Disconnect and insulate the electrical supply to the heater and turn off the fuel supply tap.

    Vehicles affected
    219
    Build start
    01 Jan 1998
    Build end
    31 Dec 1999
  • 08 Dec 2000MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD SPRINTERRef R/2001/016

    BRAKE IMBALANCE

    Defect

    The rear axle load sensing valve may become defective resulting in uneven braking effort between the left and right hand rear wheels.

    Remedy

    Recall vehicles check and if required replace the load sensing (ALB) valve.

    Vehicles affected
    739
    OEM ref
    1639
    Build start
    01 Jan 2000
    Build end
    31 Dec 2000
  • 13 Nov 2000MERCEDES BENZ BUS 0404Ref R/2000/140

    POSSIBLE FRACTURE OF WHEEL RIM

    Defect

    Weld securing the wheel rim to the wheel centre may fracture and result in loss of steering control.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace all suspect wheels with quality assured new ones.

    Vehicles affected
    27
    Build start
    01 Jun 2000
    Build end
    30 Jul 2000
  • 13 Oct 2000MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD E CLASSRef R/2000/088

    POTENTIAL LOSS OF PAS OIL

    Defect

    Insufficient tightening of the power assisted steering damper screw may result in oil leakage. This oil may in extreme circumstances contact the exhaust system with the risk of an under bonnet fire.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and check the torque of the steering damper fastening screw. Replace the damper O ring seals if they are leaking.

    Vehicles affected
    15,047
    OEM ref
    1827
    Build start
    01 Jan 1994
    Build end
    31 Dec 1997
  • 08 Aug 2000MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD S CLASSRef R/2000/062

    POSSIBLE FIRE RISK

    Defect

    Due to a short circuit there is a possibility that the heater blower motor regulator may overheat Charring and smouldering may occur if ignored.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the blower motor regulator with a quality assured unit.

    Vehicles affected
    793
    OEM ref
    1825
    Build start
    01 Jan 2000
    Build end
    31 May 2000
  • 01 Jul 2000MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD V CLASSRef R/2000/148

    HANDBRAKE MAY SELF RELEASE

    Defect

    The handbrake button may become sticky in operation and in certain circumstances may result in self release of the handbrake.

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and replace the handbrake lever.

    Vehicles affected
    6,386
    OEM ref
    1630

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