1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1991 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.

• 96V175000Sep 19, 199628,874 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 300 1991–1993, 500 1990–1994, 600 1993–1994 +2 more

  Reported issue: If one of the headlamp wiper arms becomes misaligned, the wiper balde can lodge in the groove under the headlamp. If the washers are activated with the wiper blade in the misaligned and lodged position, the washer pump will run continuously expelling all available fluid.

  Possible consequence: Pump operation in the absence of fluid can cause the pump to overheat and cause a vehicle fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp washer pump on these vehicles.

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• 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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