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2013 Mercedes-Benz R320: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
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Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Engine, Electrical Vehicle recall #17V247000 · 2017 · 1 vehicles

What's wrong: Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling one 2013 r320 4matic cdi vehicle equipped with a six-cylinder diesel engine. In the event of a crash where the primary communication pathway between the air bag control unit and the engine control unit is damaged, the supplementary communication pathway May not shut off the engine or fuel pump.

Why it matters: If the engine and fuel pump after not shut off after a crash, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

The fix: Mbusa will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the engine control unit with new software, free of charge. The recall began by early June 2017.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 so far.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320.

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FAQ

Does the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Where can I get a 2013 Mercedes-Benz R320 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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