NHTSA Recall 17V246000: Roof and pillars (structure)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 411 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz E300.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V246000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STRUCTURE › BODY › ROOF AND PILLARS |
| Report received | April 11, 2017 |
| Owner notification | June 9, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 E300 and 2017 E300 4MATIC vehicles. The affected vehicles have a roof mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and thus may detach while driving.
Safety risk
If the roof-mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the roof spoilers, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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 17V246000
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.