Mercedes Benz is recalling several of its vehicles for Sunroof Glass that may not be Properly Bonded
SUMMARY:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 C300 vehicles manufactured December 11, 2015, to December 23, 2015, C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 12, 2015, to December 29, 2015, and C450 AMG 4Matic vehicles manufactured December 12, 2015, to December 22, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with a panoramic sunroof that may not be properly bonded, allowing the glass to detach and fall from the vehicle during operation.
CONSEQUENCE:
If the panoramic glass detaches during vehicle operation, it can increase the risk of injury or crash.
REMEDY:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bonding of the rear sunroof glass panel, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in late March 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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