Mercedes-Benz — S-Class
S-Class model series (BR 222) and S-Class Coupé/Cabriolet model series (BR 217) vehicles with 4.0 l 8 cylinder petrol engines.
- Risk level
- Serious risk
- Typ
- Injuries
- Kategorie
- Motor vehicles
- Origin
- Germany
Hazard: The material used in two closure plugs on the engine might not be able to withstand the maximum load under dynamic driving conditions, allowing up to 9 liters of engine oil to escape around the plugs. Consequently, the escaped oil could leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.
⚖️ Von Behörden angeordnete Maßnahmen
- ▸ Measures ordered by economic operators (to: Manufacturer) Recall of the product from end users
What is this? A safety notice about some Mercedes-Benz S-Class cars. Two small plugs in the engine may not hold oil well under hard driving.
What's happening? Oil could leak from the engine onto the road. This might make the road slippery for other drivers.
Does this affect me? If you drive or ride in a Mercedes-Benz S-Class in the listed countries, you could be near this risk.
What should I do? Have a mechanic check the plugs right away. Ask your dealer or a trusted garage for help.
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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: The material used in two closure plugs on the engine might not be able to withstand the maximum load under dynamic driving conditions, allowing up to 9 liters of engine oil to escape around the plugs. Consequently, the escaped oil could leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic. · Origin: Germany
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