Key Takeaway

Engine Cooling Radiator Fan may Overheat by Nissens North America, Inc. was recalled on November 14, 2012. What to do: Nissens will notify their distributors and their retail customers and offer replacement original equipment cooling fans, free of charge, for both part...

NHTSA Ongoing

Engine Cooling Radiator Fan may Overheat

Recalled: November 14, 2012 ~50 units affected 12E048

Description

Nissens is recalling certain aftermarket engine cooling radiator fans, model numbers 85010 and 85077. These engine cooling radiator fans were sold as replacement fans for use on various Mercedes S, CL, CLS and E Class vehicles, for model years 2000 through 2011. A manufacturing deformity within the electrical control unit may cause the fan to overheat and short.

Injuries / Consequence

If the fan overheats and shorts, the fan or adjacent components may catch fire.

Remedy

Nissens will notify their distributors and their retail customers and offer replacement original equipment cooling fans, free of charge, for both parts and labor. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Nissens at 1-800-457-6162.

Products Affected

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Company Information

Nissens North America, Inc.

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What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: Nissens will notify their distributors and their retail customers and offer replacement original equipment cooling fans, free of charge, for both parts and labor. The safety recall began on November...

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