Recall
Mercedes Benz L1116 — 78V202000
NHTSA ID
78V202000
Make
Mercedes Benz
Model
L1116
Years Affected
1977
Recall Date
1978-09-22
Component
TIRES
Units Affected
1,576
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
THE INVOLVED VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT TIRE FLAPS WHICH ALLOW THE INNER TUBE TO PROTRUDE THROUGH THE RIM VALVE OPENING. CHAFING AND POSSIBLE SUDDEN LOSS OF AIR CAN RESULT.
Remedy
THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE TIRE FLAPS FREE OF CHARGE.