Mercedes-Benz C-class recall: An electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- An electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Check the routing of the wiring harness at the prefuse box in the engine compartment and correct if necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
An electric line in the engine compartment may have been routed outside of the specification.
The fix
Check the routing of the wiring harness at the prefuse box in the engine compartment and correct if necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-class | 1 Oct 2014 | 30 Apr 2018 | 8,562 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 15 October 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.