Mercedes Benz 1980 Wheels recall
Recalled June 26, 1980 · NHTSA recall 80V092000 · Mercedes Benz
Remedy
DEALER WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT RIM FLAP WITHOUT CHARGE.
Units
99 units
Description
AN INCORRECT RIM FLAP HAS BEEN INSTALLED WHICH ALLOWS THE INNER TUBE TO PROTRUDE THROUGH THE RIM VALVE OPENING AND CAUSE A CHAFING CONDITION. THIS COULD LEAD TO RAPID LOSS OF AIR FROM THE TIRE.
What to do
DEALER WILL INSTALL THE CORRECT RIM FLAP WITHOUT CHARGE.
Product
Mercedes Benz L1013
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →