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Vehicle scope Default: all classes — narrow to retail passenger anytime

Mercedes-Benz · United States · High

Mercedes-Benz E350: Suspension — rear

Affects Mercedes-Benz E350 · 2007–2009 — about 4K vehicles.

The hazard

IF THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER MAY HAVE REDUCED VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

What to do

MERCEDES-BENZ WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL THE CONNECTING RODS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational