Mercedes-Benz recalls 33,456 vehicles due to detaching sunroofs

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 33,456 older luxurious vehicles as a result of their glass sunroof panels is probably not correctly secured.

The recall encompasses a variety of completely different autos from mannequin years 2001 to 2011, together with CLK-Class coupes, E-Class sedans and wagons, CLS-Class sedans, and sedan, coupe, and wagon physique types of the compact Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

A provider might have incorrectly utilized adhesive to the glass panels, both by not making use of the right amount or not permitting a crucial bonding agent to correctly ventilate, in accordance with the NHTSA. This might enable the bond to degrade over time, to the purpose the place glass panels detach from cars, which presents a street hazard.

If adhesion does degrade, drivers might discover {a partially} indifferent panel, in addition to extreme wind noise across the sunroof whereas driving, the NHTSA famous. Mercedes instructed the company that it’s unaware of any crashes, accidents, fatalities, or property harm within the U.S. as a result of this problem.

The treatment is inspection and, if crucial, substitute of the affected sunroof panels, which sellers will do freed from cost. Mercedes expects to mail proprietor notification letters Jan. 18, 2025. Homeowners may also name the automaker’s customer support division at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes’ reference quantity for this recall is 22V-954.

Present variations of the E-Class and C-Class are nonetheless in manufacturing, however they’ve advanced considerably from the older generations concerned on this recall. The CLS-Class helped create the “four-door coupe” area of interest however didn’t have endurance and was discontinued after the 2023 mannequin 12 months. The CLK’s position is now basically carried out by the CLE which, in AMG CLE 53 kind, is a Motor Authority Greatest Automotive To Purchase 2025 finalist.