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NHTSA : 18V273000🔴 ⚠️ High severity
Campaign Details
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2008-2009 smart fortwo cabrio and fortwo coupe vehicles. The rear insulation mat in the engine compartment may deform, deteriorate, and loosen over time, allowing the mat to contact hot exhaust system components.
Consequence / Hazard
If the mat contacts hot exhaust system components, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Proposed Solution
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear insulation mat with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began in July 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018060010.
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🚗 Affected Vehicles2
All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.