The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The sheathing material on the electrical connection of the heated windshield washer bottle hose could overheat.
The risk
This could cause the surrounding plastic and insulation to melt.
The fix
Dealers will replace the heated washer bottle hose assembly. Owner notification began January 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-014 (01V014000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer |
| Report date | January 17, 2001 |
| Owners notified | January 29, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,400 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-014 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the heated washer bottle hose assembly. Owner notification began January 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,400 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.