Mercedes recalls 3,54,000 vehicles to fix starter part that could overheat, cause fire
The recall covers certain C-Class, E-Class and CLA cars and GLA and GLC SUVs, all from 2015 through 2017.
In Short
- A current limiter in starter motor can overheat from repeated attempts to start the vehicles.
- Mercedes began probe getting field reports of "thermally damaged" current limiters.
- Dealers will install a fuse to correct the problem.
Mercedes is recalling about 3,54,000 cars and SUVs in the United States because a starter part in them can overheat and cause a fire.
The recall covers certain C-Class, E-Class and CLA cars and GLA and GLC SUVs, all from 2015 through 2017. The German automaker said in government documents released on Friday that if for some reason the engine and transmission didn't turn over, a current limiter in the starter motor could overheat from repeated attempts to start the vehicles.
"That can cause the current limiter to overheat and melt nearby parts", a Mercedes statement said,
MERCEDES BEGAN INVESTIGATING PROBLEM IN JUNE
Mercedes began investigating the problem last June after getting field reports of "thermally damaged" current limiters. The documents didn't mention whether there had been any fires or injuries.
Owners will be notified this month and again when replacement parts are available in July.
Dealers will install a fuse to correct the problem.
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