Defect Description For Recall
If One Of The Headlamp Wiper Arms Becomes Misaligned, The Wiper Balde Can Lodge In The Groove Under The Headlamp. If The Washers Are Activated With The Wiper Blade In The Misaligned And Lodged Position, The Washer Pump Will Run Continuously Expelling All Available Fluid.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
600
Year
1993
Recall Campaign Number
96V175000
Component Description
Visibility
Effect Of Defect
Pump Operation In The Absence Of Fluid Can Cause The Pump To Overheat And Cause A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Headlamp Washer Pump On These Vehicles.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
28874
Date Owners Notified
19961115
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
19960919