Reason for recall: Electrical heater booster may fail to switch off after the vehicle has been parked. This in extreme cases may lead to an under bonnet fire.
When was it announced?
Mar 1, 2000
What action are Mercedes Benz taking?
Recall affected vehicles and install a relay and temperature controlled cut out to control the electrical heater booster.
Does this affect your E Class?
This issue affects E CLASS, this particular recall is for the E Class.