Recall 20V-364: 2020 Mercedes-Benz C 300, 2020 Mercedes-Benz E 350 and 1 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 22, 2020, covering about 90 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-364
Report date
Jun 22, 2020
Vehicles affected
90
Owners notified
Aug 17, 2020

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.

The risk

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V364000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz C 3002020All years
Mercedes-Benz E 3502020All years
Mercedes-Benz GLC 3002020All 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 20V-364?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.

How is recall 20V-364 fixed?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.

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.