Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Improper Seal May Allow Oil and Fuel to Leak
An inadequate seal can allow fuel and oil to leak onto the road, creating a hazard for other road users and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a fuel and oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can…
Read the official notice →- Date
- 2023-12-21
- Country
- United States
- Brand
- Mercedes-Benz
- Product
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Units
- 7 affected
- Category
- Vehicles
- Source
- NHTSA
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- If the notice says not to drive or to park outside, follow that until the repair is done.
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