NHTSA Recall 12V264000: Suspension: rear
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,613 vehicles. It affects 2007–2009 Mercedes-Benz E350.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V264000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | June 12, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 7, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-benz is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 e350 4matic wagon vehicles manufactured from july 1, 2006, through april 30, 2009. A connecting rod for the load leveling rear suspension system may fail.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the driver may have reduced vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace all the connecting rods, free of charge. The safety recall began on september 7, 2012. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V264000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.