Mercedes-Benz E Class Recall R/2018/047: Catalytic Converter Support Bracket May Be Insecure, Who Is Affected And What To Do

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How serious

21 Feb 2018

Launched

3

vehicles in the UK

SRPC1806

Manufacturer’s campaign code

Mercedes-Benz recalled E Class vehicles built between 1 June 2017 and 31 July 2017. The screws retaining the catalytic converter bracket on the engine bracket may have an incorrect clench. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check screws according to manufacturer's procedures..Depending on findings either replace screws or refer to manufacturer for further guidance. You won't usually pay for it.¹

What’s Wrong

The screws retaining the catalytic converter bracket on the engine bracket may have an incorrect clench. This could lead to vibration and cause the exhaust to crack.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: CATALYTIC CONVERTER SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BE INSECURE Defect: The screws retaining the catalytic converter bracket on the engine bracket may have an incorrect clench. This could lead to vibration and cause the exhaust to crack. Remedy: On affected vehicles check screws according to manufacturer's procedures..Depending on findings either replace screws or refer to manufacturer for further guidance

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to vibration and cause the exhaust to crack.

The Fix

The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles check screws according to manufacturer's procedures..Depending on findings either replace screws or refer to manufacturer for further guidance.

Are You Affected?

E Class built between 1 June 2017 and 31 July 2017 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 SRPC1806 or the DVSA reference R/2018/047. 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/2018/046 on 21 Feb 2018, for bonding of the windshield may be inadequate. The one launched after it was R/2018/067 on 15 Mar 2018, for roll bar configuration does not meet legal requirements. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2018.

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Source: DVSA recall R/2018/047, launched 21 February 2018. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.