Defect Description For Recall
The Plastic Brake Hydraulic Hose From The Automatic Slip Control Unit Was Misrouted Too Close To The Pre-Resistor For The Electric Auxiliary Engine Cooling Fan Which Becomes Hot Under Certain Conditions. This Could Cause The Hose To Melt And Leak Brake Fluid Onto The Hot Pre-Resistor.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
400E
Year
1992
Recall Campaign Number
92V083000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Brake Fluid Can Catch On Fire When It Contacts The Hotpre-Resistor, Posing The Risk Of Injury To Anyone In Or Near The Vehicle.
Fix Defect
Replace And Reroute Any Hose That May Have Been Misrouted.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19910801
End Of Manufacture
19920501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
845
Date Owners Notified
19920605
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19920611