Recall
Mercedes-Benz E550 — 16V831000
NHTSA ID
16V831000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
E550
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2016-11-17
Component
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Units Affected
799
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2016110008
Summary
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.
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.