1996 Mercedes Benz SL Class recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Mercedes Benz SL Class, covering 29,023 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
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Visibility
- What is wrong
- If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. If the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.
- Risk
- Pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.
Recall number 96V175000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling: engine
- What is wrong
- The drive belt pulley on the engine can develop fatigue cracks in the metal and break. If the drive pulley breaks, the car would not have engine cooling, battery charging, and/or power steering.
- Risk
- Loss of these systems can cause the car to over heat, lose power from the battery, and loss of control of the car increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine crankshaft damper-pulley on these vehicles.
Recall number 96V058000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Mercedes Benz SL Class recalls
How do I check if my 1996 Mercedes Benz SL Class has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 1996 Mercedes Benz SL Class have?
2, covering visibility and engine and engine cooling.
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