Mercedes-Benz is recalling 3728 examples of its C200 due to the risk of a vehicle fire.

“The vehicle alternator may fail under specific operating and ambient conditions,” the company says in its recall notice.

“If the vehicle alternator overheats it may cause a vehicle fire.

“A vehicle fire could increase the risk of injury or death of vehicle occupants and/or bystanders, as well as property damage.”

  • A total of 3728 vehicles are affected
  • The VIN list is attached here
  • The original recall notice is attached here

If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to organise a free inspection and repair.

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William Stopford is an automotive journalist based in Brisbane, Australia. William is a Business/Journalism graduate from the Queensland University of Technology who loves to travel, briefly lived in the US, and has a particular interest in the American car industry.

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