What Transport Canada published
- Recall number
- 2023542
- Recall date
- 6 October 2023
- Make
- Mercedes-Benz
- Models
- Sl Class
- Model years
- 2022 to 2023
- Vehicle class
- Car
- System
- Electrical
- Raised as
- Safety Mfr
- Vehicles affected
- 410
- Register
- Canada — Transport Canada, Vehicle Recalls Database
Issue: rnOn certain vehicles, the starter wiring harness may have been routed incorrectly. As a result, the wiring could be damaged by contact with the driveshaft. If this happens, the wiring could short circuit and melt or cause a loss of power to the wheels. rnrnSafety Risk: rnA loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Wiring that overheats and melts could create the risk of a fire. rnrnCorrective Actions: rnMercedes-Benz will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect the starter wiring harness, and re-route it as necessary. If the wiring harness is damaged, the dealer will repair or replace it, as necessary.
The wording above is the department's own, as it stood in the monthly file this site last read. Vehicle counts are the sum of the counts published for each make and model the recall covers. To act on a recall, use the official notice: Transport Canada recall 2023542.