Recall 01V-290: 2002 Mercedes Benz ML320, 2002 Mercedes Benz ML500 and 1 more

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Sep 10, 2001, covering about 870 vehicles.

NHTSA number
01V-290
Report date
Sep 10, 2001
Vehicles affected
870
Owners notified
Sep 29, 2001

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The left front upper control arm may not meet the specified strength requirements.

The risk

The control arm could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the left front upper control arm. Owner notification began september 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
ComponentSuspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number01V290000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes Benz ML3202002All years
Mercedes Benz ML5002002All years
Mercedes Benz ML552002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 01V-290?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The left front upper control arm may not meet the specified strength requirements.

How is recall 01V-290 fixed?

Dealers will replace the left front upper control arm. Owner notification began september 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.