Mercedes Benz Sl-Class: Equipment — air conditioner

Affects Mercedes Benz Sl-Class · 2013 — about 432 vehicles.

The hazard

The testing conducted by DAG determined that the escaping R1234yf refrigerant may ignite under specific conditions. The resulting fire could spread to additional combustible materials.

What to do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the R1234yf refrigerant with R134a along with new refrigerant lines (hoses) designed specifically for R134a. The remedy will be provided free of charge. The safety recall began on November 8, 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