Transport CanadaCritical
1992 MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASSTransport Canada Recall #1995053
Defect
On certain vehicles, the front passenger metal footrest could, over time, abrade through the wiring harness under the footrest. If this happens, the wiring harness can short-circuit and cause overheating of the wires, engine stalling, or an airbag to inadvertently deploy.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will install additional wiring harness cable fastener ties and edge protective covering for sharp edges of the metal footrest.
2,688 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 95-0223