Loss of these systems can cause the car to over heat, lose power from the battery, and loss of control of the car increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Engine And Engine Cooling — Engine

Date Announced
APR 04, 1996
Vehicles Affected
149
Mercedes-Benz Recall #
96-0413
NHTSA Campaign #
96V058000
Summary
The drive belt pulley on the engine can develop fatigue cracks in the metal and break. If the drive pulley breaks, the car would not have engine cooling, battery charging, and/or power steering.
Actions
Dealers will replace the engine crankshaft damper-pulley on these vehicles.
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