Mercedes-Benz E250, GLK250 +1 more: Engine and engine cooling — diesel

Affects Mercedes-Benz E250, GLK250, ML250 · 2015 — about 814 vehicles.

The hazard

Leaking oil may drip onto a hot engine surface, increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, the leaking oil may be a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mercedes will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket, free of charge. The recall began on June 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes' number for this recall is 2015050005. Note: This is an expansion of NHTSA recall 14V-762.

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