2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350, C 300, Glc 300 recall: Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V364000
- Reported
- June 22, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger
- Vehicles affected
- About 90
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
Safety risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz C 300 (2020); Mercedes-Benz E 350 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Glc 300 (2020). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.