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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

STRUCTURE — Underbody Panel may Melt from Catalyst Heat · November 17, 2016

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016. On the affected vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.

Risk

The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

What owners should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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