NHTSA campaign 06V220000
Reported
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Model years 2005–2006
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.
- Consequence:
- This will create the potential for an engine compartment fire.
- Remedy:
- 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.
Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC