MERCEDES-BENZ 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E550 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E550
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E550 vehicles due to structure:frame and members:underbody shields issues. The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 E400 4Matic Coupe, E400 Convertible, E550 Coupe and E550 Convertible vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to September 8, 2016. On the affected vehicles, there may be insufficient clearance between the left catalytic converter and the composite underbody panel.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The insufficient clearance may cause the panel to melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the underbody panel, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 2016. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026