Recall 07V-588: 2007 Mercedes Benz SLR
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Dec 20, 2007, covering about 3 vehicles.
The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the windshields were not installed correctly. Either the primer or activator was missing at the time of installation.
The risk
If a crash occurs the windshield may not be retained, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix
Dealers will remove the windshields, clean and reinstall them correctly with primer and activator. The recall began on january 25, 2008. All owners have been contacted and arrangements made to have vehicles repaired.
Notes
Customers may 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
| Manufacturer | MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V588000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 07V-588?
On certain passenger vehicles, the windshields were not installed correctly. Either the primer or activator was missing at the time of installation.
How is recall 07V-588 fixed?
Dealers will remove the windshields, clean and reinstall them correctly with primer and activator. The recall began on january 25, 2008. All owners have been contacted and arrangements made to have vehicles repaired.
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.