NHTSA recall 17V246000
Structure › Body › Roof and pillars
Mercedes-Benz E300
Reported Apr 11, 2017411 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Built Dec 10, 2015 – Nov 11, 2016
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 E300 and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles. The affected vehicles have a roof mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and thus may detach while driving.
The risk
If the roof-mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing a risk of a crash.
The remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof spoilers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.