NHTSA recall 92V083000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Details
What's wrong: The plastic brake hydraulic hose from the automatic slip control unit was misrouted too close to the pre-resistor for the electric auxiliary engine cooling fan which becomes hot under certain conditions. This could cause the hose to melt and leak brake fluid onto the hot pre-resistor.
Why it matters: Brake fluid can catch on fire when it contacts the hotpre-resistor, posing the risk of injury to anyone in or near the vehicle.
The fix: Replace and reroute any hose that may have been misrouted.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1992 Mercedes Benz 400E.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 92V083000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.