Recall 96V010000: 1996 Mercedes-Benz 202

Report received

Jan 15, 1996

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz usa, inc.

Potentially affected

44,114vehicles

Model years

1996

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

In a minor frontal impact, it is possible for the hood latch hook to be damaged and not function properly as a secondary safety catch. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 113, "hood latch systems."

Possible consequence

Consequence of non-compliance: if the hood is damaged and the hood is not fully latched, the hood could fly up suddenly while the vehicle is driven. This condition can reduce the driver's view of the road increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the hood latch secondary hook.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

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