NHTSA recall 06V220000
Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren
Reported Jun 19, 2006433 vehicles affectedMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.Maker’s number 2006060003Built Oct 1, 2003 – May 31, 2006
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.
The risk
This will create the potential for an engine compartment fire.
The remedy
Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.