Defect Description For Recall
The Plastic Bell Crank Bushing For The Pressure Control Rod Of The Automatic Transmission Could Deform Due To High Temperatures In The Engine Compartment Produced By The Catalytic Converter. This Can Cause The Control Rod To Dislodge. A Dislodged Rod May Prevent The Nearby Engine Throttle Linkage From Returning To The Idle Position.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
450
Year
1976
Recall Campaign Number
80V160000
Component Description
Power Train:Automatic Transmission
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Replace The PlastIC Bushing With A Metal One At No Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
19760101
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
16312
Date Owners Notified
19801205
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19801210