1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL. 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.

• 93V067000Apr 28, 199314,300 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist
  Covers: Mercedes-Benz 500SL 1990–1992

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: 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.

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