Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The problem

Improper foam used in the front bumper may cause the active hood release to fail to deploy in the event of a collision with a pedestrian, increasing the risk of injury.

The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Risk

Serious risk · Injuries · Germany

What owners should do

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown Manufacturer code 8891010.