Mercedes-Benz USA – Underbody Panel may Melt from Catalyst Heat

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016. On the affected vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.


Report Received Date 11/17/2016
NHTSA ID 16V831000
Consequence Summary The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Code 2016110008
Potentially Affected 799
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V831000)

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