NHTSA Recall 20V364000: Turbo/supercharger (engine and engine cooling)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 90 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz C 300.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V364000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020070017 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › GASOLINE › TURBO/SUPERCHARGER |
| Report received | June 22, 2020 |
| Owner notification | August 17, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V364000
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.