A recall notice for Mercedes-Benz C200 2014 - 2015 supplied by Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd as the vehicle alternator may fail under specific operating and ambient conditions. If the vehicle alternator overheats it may cause a vehicle fire.
MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD - Mercedes-Benz C200 2014 - 2015
Recall number
REC-001658
PRA number
2021/19099
Campaign number
RC2906
Date last published
23 July 2021
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C200
Year range
2014 - 2015
Affected units
3,728
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
REC-001658-VIN-List-1.csv (72.84 KB)
REC-001658-VIN-List-2.csv (72.84 KB)
REC-001658-VIN-List-3.csv (72.84 KB)
REC-001658-VIN-List-4.csv (69.2 KB)
REC-001658-VIN-List-5.csv (69.2 KB)
What are the defects?
The vehicle alternator may fail under specific operating and ambient conditions. If the vehicle alternator overheats it may cause a vehicle fire.
What are the hazards?
A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death of vehicle occupants and/or bystanders, as well as property damage.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz and are asked to make arrangements with their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible.
A full list of authorised dealerships can be found at https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.html
Alternatively, consumers may use the Mercedes-Benz online booking service, by visiting www.mercedes-benz.com.au/servicebooking
Supplier details
MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Mercedes-Benz Dealership
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications is the responsible regulator for this recall.
