Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
Recall date: 24 August 2020
The closure material of the engine plugs might fail as a result of high engine oil pressures, which may occur during hard driving. This could result in oil leaks. If enough oil leaks, there will be a red warning message illuminated in the instrument cluster. If the warning message is ignored, the engine could run dry, which can result in stalling and engine damage.
Leaking oil might fall onto the road, increasing the risk of a crash for the following traffic, which could result in serious injuries or death of other road users. If the low oil warning message was ignored, the engine could run dry and stall. If the vehicle stalls in traffic, this could result in an accident leading to serious injury or death of vehicle occupants and other road users.
Consumers are requested to contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz Retailer for a free of charge repair. To find a local Mercedes-Benz retailer, visit https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.html
Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.
Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000961