Recall 06V-220: 2005–2006 Mercedes Benz SLR Mclaren

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jun 19, 2006, covering about 433 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-220
Report date
Jun 19, 2006
Vehicles affected
433
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2006

The problem

On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.

The risk

This will create the potential for an engine compartment fire.

The fix

Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact mercedes benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Mercedes benz recall no. 2006060003.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
ComponentElectrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V220000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes Benz SLR Mclaren2005, 2006All 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 06V-220?

On certain passenger vehicles, under hard operating conditions, the engine compartment temperature can increase to a level which exceeds the design parameters for the alternator to not function and it will become damaged.

How is recall 06V-220 fixed?

Dealers will improve the engine compartment and alternator cooling, install a modified control unit and a new alternator free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may 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.