Replace Oil Dipstick – 2012-2017 Mercedes-Benz

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL This INTERIM notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: WDDUG6DB8FA123456 Oil Reservoir Leak – Active Curve System NHTSA Recall #18V272 June, 2018 WDDUG6DB8FA123456 Chris Currey 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32218 Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner, This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Daimler AG (“DAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Model Year (“MY”) 2012-2017 GL-Class, ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class and GLE Coupe-Class vehicles. Our records indicate that your vehicle is included in the affected population of vehicles. What is the Concern? Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain MY 2012-2017 ML, GL, GLE, GLS and GLE Coupe vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under certain driving situations. The oil foam could then leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap and spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire and subsequently the risk of injury to passengers and others. To remedy this issue, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will correct the ACS oil level if necessary, and replace the sealing cap of the ACS oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. Unfortunately, the parts to remedy this are currently not yet available. We are working to obtain the necessary parts to correct this condition as quickly as possible. As parts become available, we will send you another letter asking you to take your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the recall completed free of charge. Should you have any concerns or questions regarding your vehicle before you receive the next recall letter when parts are available, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. If for any reason a dealer is unable to remedy your situation, we are always happy to hear from you. Please contact us at 1-800-367-6372. A new vehicle identification number (VIN)-based recall lookup tool, on our MBUSA.com website, now offers a search function that will indicate whether a vehicle has been subject to a safety recall, and whether that vehicle has had the free remedy performed. Please visit www.MBUSA.com/recall. If you are no longer the vehicle owner, or have a change of address, please complete the reverse side of this letter and return the complete letter in the enclosed envelope. If this is a leased vehicle and the lessor and registered owner receive this notice, please forward this information by first class mail to the lessee within 10 days to comply with federal regulations. If a Mercedes-Benz dealer for any reason is unable to remedy the situation without charge, or within a reasonable amount of time, pursuant to law 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We regret any inconvenience this situation may cause you. Sincerely, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Christian Treiber Vice President Customer Services Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A Daimler Company One Mercedes-Benz Drive Sandy Springs, GA 30328 Phone (770) 705-0600 IMPORTANT If for any reason YOU NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE OR have a CHANGE OF ADDRESS, please COMPLETE THE SECTION BELOW, place in the ENCLOSED ENVELOPE, and DROP IN ANY MAIL BOX. If possible, provide the name and address of the present owner so that we may contact them. ❑ EXPORTED ❑ LEASE, VEHICLE RETURNED ❑ SCRAPPED ❑ SOLD ❑ STOLEN ❑ OTHER ❑ NEW OWNER INFORMATION ❑ MY NEW NAME OR ADDRESS IS: Last Name, First Name Street Apt City State ZIP Email Address Phone (numbers only) Mobile (numbers only) Date Signature THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION VIN: WDDUG6DB8FA123456

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Dear Mercedes-Benz Owner: This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Daimler AG (“DAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain Model Year 2012-2017 GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GLS-Class vehicles. Our records indicate that your vehicle is included in the affected population of vehicles. What is the CONCERN? DAG determined that on certain ML, GLE, GLE Coupe, GL, and GLS-Class vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), if the oil level is below minimum, the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil dipstick. In such case, the oil could leak onto hot engine components which could increase the risk of a fire. What will your DEALER DO? An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will replace the oil dipstick on the affected vehicles. This service will be provided free of charge. We are dedicated to always delivering the best customer experience, and respect for your time is a top priority. While the minimum repair time can be less than 30 minutes, your dealer can provide you with a better estimate of the overall time for this service visit. As a matter of normal service process, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will also check for other repair measures which might be applicable to your vehicle and this may increase the required working time. What should YOU DO? For additional information and to schedule an appointment, please contact your preferred authorized Mercedes- Benz dealer at your earliest convenience. To locate authorized dealers see www.mbusa.com/recall. Please mention you are scheduling an appointment to replace the oil dipstick under Recall Campaign # 2018070015. You may be asked for your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) which for your convenience is located above your name at the top of this letter. Information for Owners In the event that you are no longer the vehicle owner, or have had a change of address, please complete the reverse side and return the updated information in the enclosed envelope. If this is a leased vehicle and the lessor and registered owner receive this notice, please forward this information by first class mail to the lessee within 10 business days to comply with Federal Regulations. If you have already paid to have this recall condition corrected you may be eligible to receive reimbursement. Requests for reimbursement may include parts, labor, fees and taxes. Reimbursement may be limited to the amount the repair would have cost if completed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Please see the following page for more information. A VIN-based recall lookup tool on our MBUSA.com website now offers a search feature that will indicate whether a vehicle has been subject to a safety recall, and whether that vehicle has had the free remedy performed. See www.mbusa.com/recall. Should you have any questions or encounter any difficulty regarding this Recall Campaign, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. If for any reason a dealer is unable to remedy your situation, we are always happy to hear from you. Please contact us at 1-(800) FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372). If an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer for any reason is unable to remedy the situation without charge, or within a reasonable amount of time, pursuant to law 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301, you may submit a complaint to the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D.C. 20590 or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may cause you. Sincerely, To find the most convenient authorized Mercedes- Benz dealer from your smartphone, scan the QR code to the left. 2018070015 IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL 2018070015 This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: Replace Oil Dipstick NHTSA Recall # 18V272 August, 2018 IMPORTANT If for any reason YOU NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE OR have a CHANGE OF ADDRESS, please COMPLETE THE SECTION BELOW, place in the ENCLOSED ENVELOPE, and DROP IN ANY MAIL BOX. If possible, provide the name and address of the present owner so that we may contact them. 􀀁 EXPORTED 􀀁 LEASE, VEHICLE RETURNED 􀀁 SCRAPPED 􀀁 SOLD 􀀁 STOLEN 􀀁 OTHER 􀀁 NEW OWNER INFORMATION 􀀁 MY NEW NAME OR ADDRESS IS: Last Name, First Name Street Apt City State ZIP Email Address Phone (numbers only) Mobile (numbers only) Date Signature **** PLEASE DO NOT DETACH. RETURN COMPLETE LETTER **** DO NOT USE THE ENCLOSED ENVELOPE FOR OTHER CORRESPONDENCE Reimbursement to Customers for Repairs Performed Prior to Recall If you have already paid to have this recall condition corrected you may be eligible to receive reimbursement. Requests for reimbursement may include parts, labor, fees and taxes. Reimbursement may be limited to the amount the repair would have cost if completed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. The following documentation must be presented to your dealer for reimbursement. Original or clear copy of all receipts, invoices and/or repair orders that show: • • The name and address of the person who paid for the repair. • • The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the vehicle that was repaired. • • What problem occurred, what repair was done, when it was done and who repaired it. • • The total cost of the repair expense that is being claimed. • • Proof of payment of repair (copy of front and back of cancelled check, or copy of credit card receipt). • • Reimbursement will be made by check from your dealer. If your claim is denied you will receive a letter from MBUSA within 60 days of receipt with the reason(s) for the denial. Please speak with your dealer concerning this matter. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION. VIN:

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IMPORTANT NEW RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION TO: Mercedes-Benz Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers FROM: Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services RE: Recall Campaign Initial Notification Oil Reservoir Leak in Active Curve System MY12-17 166 292 (ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class, GLS-Class) DATE: May 10, 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC One Mercedes-Benz Dr. Sandy Springs, GA, 30328-4201 Phone: (770) 705-0600 Fax: (770) 705-0117 MBUSA.com RECALL CAMPAIGN INITIAL NOTIFICATION May 10, 2018 Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis Campaign No. : Campaign Desc. : Oil Reservoir Leak TBD PEND 166 292 OIL RES This is to notify you of a new Recall Campaign to replace the active suspension oil reservoir sealing caps on 9,725 MY 2012-2017 Model 166 292 (ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class, GLS-Class) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers. Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “PENDING” on May 10, 2018. Background Issue Daimler AG (“DAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain ML, GLE, GLE Coupe, GL, and GLS-Class vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), if the oil level is below minimum, the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. In such case, the oil could leak onto hot engine components, increasing the risk of a fire. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership will replace the sealing caps of the active curve system oil reservoir on the affected vehicles. What We’re Doing MBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An additional notification will be sent when the remedy is available. Parts Parts are not yet available. An additional notification will be sent when parts are available for repair. Vehicles Affected Vehicle Model Year(s) 2012-2017 Vehicle Model ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class, GLS-Class Vehicle Populations Total Recall Population 9725 Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory 5 Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new MY12-17 ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class, or GLS-Class vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Once the remedy is available, the vehicles will be flagged as “OPEN” and Work Instructions will be available in Star TekInfo Once the repair is complete, the vehicle may be sold or leased. Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new MY12-17 ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class, or GLS-Class vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Next Steps/Notes Customer Notification Timeline Customer letters will be mailed approximately two weeks after the remedy becomes available. AOMS/SOMS AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP. Rental Fleet Partners This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective MBUSA fleet representative for further information and next steps. For repairs, please contact your preferred MBUSA dealer. While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, MBUSA is determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction. Please refer all customer inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.

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IMPORTANT RECALL CAMPAIGN INFORMATION TO: Mercedes-Benz Dealer Principals, General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Parts Managers FROM: Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance and Analysis, Engineering Services RE: Recall Campaign Launch Notification 2018070015 Replace Oil Dipstick MY12-17 166 292 (GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GLS-Class) DATE: August 17, 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC One Mercedes-Benz Dr. Sandy Springs, GA, 30328 Phone: (770) 705-0600 Fax: (770) 705-0117 MBUSA.com RECALL CAMPAIGN LAUNCH NOTIFICATION August 17, 2018 Gregory Gunther, Department Manager, Vehicle Compliance & Analysis Campaign No. : Campaign Desc. : Replace Oil Dipstick 2018070015 1804P46B08 This is to notify you of a new Recall Campaign to replace the oil dipstick on 9,725 MY12-17 166 & 292 platform (ML-Class, GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GL-Class and GLS-Class) vehicles. The recall campaign will be visible on the www.safercar.gov website and may generate questions from customers. Affected VINs will be flagged in VMI as “OPEN” on August 17, 2018. Background Issue Daimler AG (“DAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain ML, GLE, GLE Coupe, GL, and GLS-Class vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil dipstick. In such case, the oil could leak onto hot engine components which could increase, the risk of a fire. What We’re Doing MBUSA will conduct a voluntary recall. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership will replace the oil dipstick of the active curve system oil reservoir on the affected vehicles. Parts Parts are available and can be ordered as necessary. Vehicles Affected Vehicle Model Year(s) 2012-2017 Vehicle Model GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GLS-Class Vehicle Populations Total Recall Population 9725 Total Vehicles in Dealer Inventory 4 Given this notice, it is a violation of Federal law for a dealer to sell or lease any new MY12-17 GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GLS-Class vehicles in dealer inventory covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Once the remedy is available, the vehicles will be flagged as “OPEN” and Work Instructions will be available in Star TekInfo Once the repair is complete, the vehicle may be sold or leased. Loaner and demonstrator vehicles may continue to be driven, but must not be retailed until repaired. Additionally, given this notice, it is a violation of Federal Law for car rental companies to rent new MY12-17 GLE-Class, GLE-Coupe Class, GLS-Class vehicles covered by this notification until the vehicle has been repaired. Next Steps/Notes Customer Notification Timeline Customer letters will be mailed approximately one week after the remedy becomes available. AOMS/SOMS AOMs – This recall may generate questions from your dealers. Please forward this notice to your dealers ASAP. Rental Fleet Partners This recall may affect vehicles in your fleet. Please contact your respective MBUSA fleet representative for further information and next steps. For repairs, please contact your preferred MBUSA dealer. While we regret any inconvenience this may cause, MBUSA is determined to maintain a high level of vehicle quality and customer satisfaction. Please refer all customer inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES. Campaign No. 2018070015, August 2018 TO: ALL MERCEDES-BENZ CENTERS SUBJECT: Models ML, GLE, GLE Coupe, GL, and GLS-Class vehicles (166, 292 platform) Model Years 2012-2017 Replace Oil Dipstick of Active Curve System Daimler AG (“DAG”), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain ML, GLE, GLE Coupe, GL, and GLS-Class vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil dipstick. In such case, the oil could leak onto hot engine components which could increase the risk of a fire. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership will replace the oil dipstick of the active curve system oil reservoir on the affected vehicles. Prior to performing this Recall Campaign: • Please check VMI to determine if the vehicle is involved in the Campaign and if it has been previously repaired. • Please review the entire Recall Campaign bulletin and follow the repair procedure exactly as described. Please note that Recall Campaigns do not expire and may also be performed on a vehicle with a vehicle status indicator. Approximately 9466 vehicles are involved. Order No. P-RC-2018070015 This bulletin has been created and maintained in accordance with MBUSA-SLP S423QH001, Document and Data Control, and MBUSA-SLP S424HH001, Control of Quality Records. 2 P-RC-2018070015 Work procedure 1. Replace oil dipstick (A, Figure 1) of ACS (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM) reservoir. A new and optimized oil dipstick with filter is installed in the plug (B, Figure 1). Figure 1 Primary Parts Information Qty. Part Name Part Number Estimated Replacement Rate 1 ACS (ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM) oil dipstick A 166 320 00 00 100% Warranty Information Operation: Replace oil dipstick for ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM (02-2321) Damage Code Operation Number Labor Time (hrs.) 46 945 31 7 02-2321 0.1 Note Operation Number labor times are subject to change.

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : AUG 30, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : 2018070015 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in May 2018. Owners will be notified of the pending recall in June 2018. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : AUG 17, 2018 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 30, 2018 – NR * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : APR 27, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in June 2018. Owners will be notified in June 2018, approximately one week after recall launch to the dealers. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : DEC 10, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : 2018070015 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 4 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in May 2018. Owners will be notified of the pending recall in June 2018. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAY 10, 2018 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : JUN 22, 2018 – NR * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : AUG 27, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : 2018070015 Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 4 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in May 2018. Owners will be notified of the pending recall in June 2018. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : AUG 17, 2018 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 31, 2018 – NR * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : MAY 29, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 4 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in May 2018. Owners will be notified of the pending recall in June 2018. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : AUG 03, 2018 – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : AUG 10, 2018 – NR * NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Submission Date : MAY 16, 2018 NHTSA Recall No. : 18V-272 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information : Manufacturer Name : Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Address : 13470 International Parkway Jacksonville FL 32218 Company phone : 1-877-496-3691 Population : Number of potentially involved : 9,725 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.024 DA2E 86 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2015-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 109 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 3 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE400 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.056 DA5G 101 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 4 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4MATIC Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 2 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 169 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 5 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.057 DA5H 73 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 6 : 2012-2014 Mercedes-Benz ML550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.073 DA7D 127 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 7 : 2012-2015 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 1488 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 8 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.074 DA7E 157 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 3 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 9 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.075 DA7F 450 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 10 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BLUETEC 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 325 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 11 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS350d 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : DIESEL Descriptive Information : 166.824 DF2E 4 Vehicles The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 12 : 2015-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 185 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 13 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 4 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Descriptive Information : 166.864 DF6E 89 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 14 : 2013-2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.872 DF7C 242 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 15 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 1301 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 16 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS550 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.873 DF7D 192 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 17 : 2013-2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.874 DF7E 2330 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 5 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Vehicle 18 : 2017-2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 166.875 DF7F 425 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 19 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.364 ED6E 1367 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Vehicle 20 : 2016-2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG 4MATIC COUPE Vehicle Type : LIGHT VEHICLES Body Style : SUV Power Train : GAS Descriptive Information : 292.375 ED7F 505 Vehicles. The recall population was determined through production records. Production Dates : DEC 23, 2010 – JUN 01, 2016 VIN Range 1 : Begin : NR End : NR Not sequential Description of Defect : Description of the Defect : Daimler AG, (“DAG”) the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain GLE, GLS and GLE Coupé vehicles (166, 292 platform) with the Active Curve System (“ACS”), the oil in the ACS’s oil reservoir could start foaming under dynamic driving situations in combination with an oil level below minimum. The oil foam might leak out of the oil reservoir through the vent holes in the sealing cap. FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR Description of the Safety Risk : Depending on the orientation of the vent holes in the sealing cap, leaking oil could spray onto hot surface components of the exhaust system. In such a Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 6 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 case the risk of a fire cannot be ruled out. Description of the Cause : Due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the Active Curve System might not meet internal specifications. Identification of Any Warning that can Occur : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer Name : NR Address : NR NR Country : NR Chronology : In July 2017, DAG received one individual field report about a vehicle manufactured in 2015 with local thermal damage in the engine compartment and immediately launched investigations. In September 2017 first results of the analysis indicated a leakage of oil from the oil reservoir of the Active Curve System through the vent holes in the sealing cap of the oil reservoir. Further analyses were started. In November 2017, DAG was able to cause oil in the oil pump to foam up under extremely dynamic driving conditions. Additional analyses were initiated to identify further contributing factors. In January 2018 it was found that due to a deviation in the production process, the oil level in the ACS might not meet internal specification potentially increasing the likelihood of oil foaming. To assess all possible consequences of the issue, fire tests were conducted in February 2018. In March 2018, the range of potentially affected vehicles was identified. In April 2018, after completing all aforementioned testing for potential fire, DAG determined that a potential safety risk could not be ruled out. Description of Remedy : Description of Remedy Program : As a precautionary measure an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership, will correct the oil level if necessary and replace the sealing cap of the oil reservoir with an optimized sealing cap to prevent oil foam leakage. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : The new cap has an additional membrane as protection against hydraulic oil leakage. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18V-272 Page 7 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Installation of an optimized sealing cap preventing the leakage of oil foam in our vehicle production plants ensures that this issue can no longer occur from June 1, 2016 onwards. The level of knowledge at that time did not indicate any risk of fire, but only showed a potential for minor amounts of oil running down the side of the oil reservoir. Recall Schedule : Description of Recall Schedule : Dealers will be notified of the pending voluntary recall campaign in May 2018. Owners will be notified of the pending recall in June 2018. A copy of all communications will be provided when available. Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR Planned Owner Notification Date : NR – NR * NR – Not Reported

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