2002 Mercedes Benz M Class recall: sidewall

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on February 13, 2002. It covers about 172 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 172
reported: Feb 13, 2002
owners notified: Feb 27, 2002

Tires: sidewall

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with dunlop sp5000 tires. Some of these tires have a separation around the entire circumference in the area of the side wall and tread.
Risk: This could result in premature tire wear.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the dunlop tires which exhibit this defect when visually inspected. Only dunlop tires in week 4901 with tire codes 4909 or 4917 are involved and will be replaced. Owner notification by telephone began febuary 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 02V058000

Affected vehicles

Mercedes Benz M Class 2002 2002

Questions about recall 02V058000

Is there a recall on the 2002 Mercedes Benz M Class sidewall?

Yes. Recall 02V058000, reported on February 13, 2002, covers about 172 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V058000?

Dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the dunlop tires which exhibit this defect when visually inspected. Only dunlop tires in week 4901 with tire codes 4909 or 4917 are involved and will be replaced. Owner notification by telephone began febuary 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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