1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 91V137000Aug 20, 199196,541 vehicles potentially affected
  Parking brake › Conventional › Mechanical
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 190 1984–1988

  Reported issue: The design of the parking brake grip makes it possible to distort the grip and pinch the brake release knob. If the release knob sticks in a partial engage/release position because of the pinched grip, it is possible for the lever to release unintentionally with a corresponding reduction in parking brake force.

  Possible consequence: If the vehicle is not properly parked with thetransmission in the correct position, and if the vehicle is parked on a grade,reduction in parking brake force could lead to unintentional rollaway and anaccident.

  Remedy: Replace the parking brake grip with a new grip type.

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• 87V104000Jul 13, 198765,196 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 190 1984–1986

  Reported issue: In case of electrical failure which blows fuse no. 9, the rear brake lights will not operate.

  Possible consequence: Touching the brake pedal to disengage the cruise controlwould not function as intended.

  Remedy: Use two fuses in combination so that in case of a fuse failure, the cruise control system will not operate.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA90040Parking brake leversClosed · Aug 29, 1990
• DP90009PARKING BRAKEClosed · May 9, 1990
• EA88034Sudden accelerationClosed · Jul 15, 1988
• PE88032ABS FAILURESClosed · Mar 10, 1988
• DP87019Sudden accelerationClosed · May 22, 1987

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