Mercedes-Benz · E-Class, E-Class Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe

The electrical connector of the transmission wiring harness may not have been correctly processed. This can lead to water entering the connector, which could cause short circuit and can create a thermal overload of the connector when the vehicle is parked, causing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Published: 02 August 2024
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/01979/24
Model: 212, R1EAMG, R1EC, R1ECLS, R1ES, e1*2001/116*0501*32-57, e1*2007/46*1560*05-30, e1*2007/46*1666*02-24, e1*2007/46*1818*00-17, e1*2007/46*1878*00-17

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Fire
Country of origin: Germany

Product description

Passenger car.