1990 Mercedes Benz 500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1990 Mercedes Benz 500. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1990 Mercedes Benz 500. Newest first.
If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. if the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.
Left front and left rear tires may have been damaged by a worn chain drive of the conveyor system.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Damaged or cut tires could fail during use and result in an accident with possible injuries.
Remedy
Replace damaged tires with tires of the same brand name.
Owner complaints
1 complaints1 injuries
Latest complaints
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
While driving, the high pressure hose which IS attached to the steering column separated, causing loss of steering control.*ak consumer stated reservoir for power steering disconnected, causing complete loss of hydraulic fluid.*jb
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