1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1973 Mercedes Benz 450SL. Newest first.
On the involved vehicles, corrosion could develop in the cruise control system servo unit. Consequently, the cruise control system may not respond to attempts to release it by depressing the brake pedal, but could begin to accelerate the vehicle from the set speed (above approximately 30 mph).
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install a replacement actuator unit inside the passenger compartment, free of charge.
Every Mercedes Benz 450SL model year
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