Recall 16V831000

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

Report Date
20161117
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (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.

Safety Consequence

The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2017 MERCEDES BENZ E400
2017 MERCEDES BENZ E550

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.