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1990-1992 Mercedes Benz 500SL recall: power assist

Mercedes-Benz USA, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 28, 1993. It covers about 14,300 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,300
reported
Apr 28, 1993
owners notified
May 14, 1993
related complaints
1

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist

What is wrong
During the removal and installation of the air filter housing while servicing the vehicle, it is possible to misroute the preformed vacuum hose and damage the check valve in the vacuum hose. If the check valve is damaged, loss of sufficient brake power assist will occur.
Risk
Lack of sufficient brake power assist will increasestopping distance and could result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Replace the preformed vacuum hose with a newly designed preformed hose with a relocated check valve which will eliminate the possibility of the check valve being damaged.

Recall number 93V067000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about brakes problems.

Questions about recall 93V067000

Is there a recall on the 1990-1992 Mercedes Benz 500SL power assist?

Yes. Recall 93V067000, reported on April 28, 1993, covers about 14,300 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 93V067000?

Replace the preformed vacuum hose with a newly designed preformed hose with a relocated check valve which will eliminate the possibility of the check valve being damaged.

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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