1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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.

• 93V095000May 27, 1993128,000 vehicles potentially affected
  Vehicle speed control
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 300 1987–1991

  Reported issue: Due to heat effects, the throttle bushing located on the accelerator control cable, can fatigue and break, causing the throttle linkage to separate.

  Possible consequence: If the throttle linkage separates, the engine will returnto idle speed, and remain at idle, with no acceleration ability. Loss of enginespeed without prior warning could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.

  Remedy: Replace the throttle bushing with a new bushing made from more heat-resistant materials.

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• 90V062000May 1, 1990278 vehicles potentially affected
  Tires › Sidewall
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 300 1990, 500 1990

  Reported issue: Left front and left rear tires may have been damaged by a worn chain drive of the conveyor system.

  Possible consequence: Damaged or cut tires could fail during use and result in an accident with possible injuries.

  Remedy: Replace damaged tires with tires of the same brand name.

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• 90V068000May 1, 19901,584 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 300 1990

  Reported issue: Under certain operating conditions, the plastic cover of the preresistor for the auxiliary fan may melt, possibly igniting the preresistor.

  Possible consequence: This results in an underhood fire that would be hazardous to occupants.

  Remedy: Replace the preresistor with version having a metal cover.

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• 90V033000Jan 26, 1990594 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 300 1990, 560 1990, 420 1990

  Reported issue: Bolts used for the brake strut support do not meet specifications and may break.

  Possible consequence: The failure of the bolts may result in a deterioration of vehicle steering and braking which could result in loss of control and an accident.

  Remedy: Replace hex nut bolts with bolts that meet specifications.

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