Secondary rubber hood seal
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 mercedes benz e350, e400, e400 4matic, e63 4m s amg, e350 4matic, e63-4m s amg, 2015 cls400, cls400 4matic, cls550, cls63-4m "p" amg, and cls550 4matic vehicles manufactured april 16, 2015, to april 22, 2015. The integral steel cable that secures the rubber seal to the bulkhead might have been damaged due to the supplier rework of the rubber seal. In the event the rubber seal is not properly secured around the engine compartment, it is possible for the rubber seal to temporarily stick to the hood when it is opened and then may fall into the engine bay when the hood is closed.
Safety Consequence
If the rubber seal falls into the engine compartment, it may contact parts of the engine or exhaust system, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rubber seal, in the engine compartment, free of charge. The recall began on september 2, 2015. Mbusa's number is 2015080001. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-201-573-5339.
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FAQ: Recall 15V505000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V505000?
NHTSA recall 15V505000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on August 11, 2015. It addresses: Secondary rubber hood seal. The recall affects approximately 209 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V505000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2015080001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.