Recalls
Recall 38544
USA Recall: This will create the potential for an engine compartment fire.
On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Additional Notes:
Mercedes benz recall no. 2006060003.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected Vehicles