NHTSA Recall 15V505000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 209 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz CLS400.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V505000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2015080001 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | August 11, 2015 |
| Owner notification | September 2, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 Mercedes Benz E350, E400, E400 4Matic, E63 4M S AMG, E350 4Matic, E63-4M S AMG, 2015 CLS400, CLS400 4Matic, CLS550, CLS63-4M "P" AMG, and CLS550 4Matic vehicles manufactured April 16, 2015, to April 22, 2015. The integral steel cable that secures the rubber seal to the bulkhead might have been damaged due to the supplier rework of the rubber seal. In the event the rubber seal is not properly secured around the engine compartment, it is possible for the rubber seal to temporarily stick to the hood when it is opened and then may fall into the engine bay when the hood is closed.
Safety risk
If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it may contact parts of the engine or exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber seal, in the engine compartment, free of charge. The recall began on September 2, 2015. MBUSA's number is 2015080001. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-201-573-5339.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V505000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLS400 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS550 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLS63 | 2015 |
| Mercedes-Benz E350 | 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz E400 | 2016 |
| Mercedes-Benz E63 | 2016 |
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.