Mercedes-Benz CLS, E Class Recall R/2015/171: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do

Urgent

How serious

28 Aug 2015

Launched

3

vehicles in the UK

SRPC1510

Manufacturer’s campaign code

Mercedes-Benz recalled CLS, E Class vehicles built between 1 April 2015 and 31 May 2015. The engine compartment seal may not be fully secure. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a new seal with fittings. You won't usually pay for it.¹

What’s Wrong

The engine compartment seal may not be fully secure. There is a possibility that the seal may become dislodged and fall between the engine and the fire wall. If this occurs it is possible for the seal to contact very hot items such as the catalytic converter and a fire to start.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: The engine compartment seal may not be fully secure. There is a possibility that the seal may become dislodged and fall between the engine and the fire wall. If this occurs it is possible for the seal to contact very hot items such as the catalytic converter and a fire to start. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit a new seal with fittings.

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The Risk

The recall notice describes the concern as: fire may occur.

The Fix

The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and fit a new seal with fittings.

Are You Affected?

CLS, E Class built between 1 April 2015 and 31 May 2015 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 3 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
2. Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC1510 or the DVSA reference R/2015/171. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.

Related Recalls

This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2015/153 on 28 Aug 2015, for directional control may be affected. The one launched after it was R/2015/150 on 1 Sep 2015, for oil may leak. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and fire risk recalls across every make.

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Source: DVSA recall R/2015/171, launched 28 August 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.