The problem
The plastic bell crank bushing for the pressure control rod of the automatic transmission could deform due to high temperatures in the engine compartment produced by the catalytic converter. This can cause the control rod to dislodge. A dislodged rod may prevent the nearby engine throttle linkage from returning to the idle position.
The fix
The dealer will replace the plastic bushing with a metal one at no charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: power train; plastic bell crank bushing.Consequences of defect: if the vehicle is driven without being repaired, thedislodged rod can result in a jammed throttle, without prior warning, possiblycausing loss of vehicle control and an accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 80V160000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.