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2001–2011 Mercedes Benz AMG E53, Mercedes Benz C230, Mercedes Benz C240 +more: Visibility recall

NHTSA campaign 24V874000 · 33K units potentially affected · filed Nov 19, 2024

What's wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and CLS vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models and model years. The glass sunroof panel may not be properly secured and can detach.

Why it matters

A detached sunroof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the sunroof panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 10, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous NHTSA recall number 22V-954. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024120001/2/3.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
24V874000
Manufacturer no.
2024120001/2/3
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Component
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Units affected
33,456
Report received
Nov 19, 2024
Owner letters
Jan 10, 2025
Type
Vehicle

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