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Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1993 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Visibility

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

1992 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Visibility

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

1991 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Corrective Action

if the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

1991 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Visibility

Consequence of Defect

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.

Corrective Action

pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

1990 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Equipment:Electrical:Air Conditioner

Consequence of Defect

under certain operating conditions, the plastic cover of the preresistor for the auxiliary fan may melt, possibly igniting the preresistor.

Corrective Action

this results in an underhood fire that would be hazardous to occupants.

Recall Notes

replace the preresistor with version having a metal cover.

1990 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Corrective Action

if the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

1990 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components

Consequence of Defect

bolts used for the brake strut support do not meet specifications and may break.

Corrective Action

the failure of the bolts may result in a deterioration of vehicle steering and braking which could result in loss of control and an accident.

Recall Notes

replace hex nut bolts with bolts that meet specifications.

1990 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Tires:Sidewall

Consequence of Defect

left front and left rear tires may have been damaged by a worn chain drive of the conveyor system.

Corrective Action

damaged or cut tires could fail during use and result in an accident with possible injuries.

Recall Notes

replace damaged tires with tires of the same brand name.

1989 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Corrective Action

if the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

1988 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Corrective Action

if the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

1987 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Vehicle Speed Control

Consequence of Defect

due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

Corrective Action

if the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

Recall Notes

replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

1972 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Injectors

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes

1971 Mercedes Benz 300

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery

Consequence of Defect

Corrective Action

Recall Notes