Recalls: Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon
- In August 2006, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon vehicles due to a possible software fault in the SRS control unit which could prevent the generation of a crash signal in the event of a rear end collision (PRA 2006/8684).
- In September 2007, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagons due to possible leaking from the fuel tank in the event of a sever accident (PRA 2007/9496).
- In March 2008, a recall was issued for W639 Vito Wagons with the 3.2-litre V6 petrol engine due to a potential fuel leak or hose detachment at the connection points between the fuel supply line from the tank and the engine (PRA 2008/9911).
- In August 2008, a recall was issued for certain Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon vehicles which were serviced from 15-17 April 2008 and 5-10 June 2008 – these vehicles may have received an incorrect software update affecting some electronic control units (ECUs). This update affected engine cut-off in the event of a collision, the on-board diagnosis function, the fuel sensor and speedometer signal (PRA 2008/10212).
- In October 2008, a recall was issued or W639 Vito Wagons due to the hose fitting on the left rear park brake cable potentially detaching and canceling the holding effect of the handbrake; this could also occur after the vehicle had been parked (PRA 2008/10344).
- In August 2009, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagons manufactured up to 15 April 2008. In these vehicles, the retaining mechanism for the underslung spare wheel could fail and allow the wheel to detach from the vehicle and pose a hazard to other road users (PRA 2009/10963).
- In October 2010, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagons because the air conditioning fan relay could fail in extreme weather conditions due to localised overheating; the chassis numbers for the affected vehicles were in the range of 378470 to 562988 (PRA 2010/12073).
- In December 2010, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon vehicles fitted with the 2.1-litre turbo-diesel (OM651) engine and manufactured between December 2009 and October 2010. In these vehicles, the fuel filter may leak diesel fuel, creating a hazard for other road users (PRA 2010/12194).
- In June 2011, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon vehicles fitted with the 2.1-litre turbo-diesel (OM646) engine and manufactured between June 2007 and October 2010. In these vehicles, the alternator wiring harness may have been incorrectly routed and could contact other components – at worst, this could result in a short circuit (PRA 2011/12660).
- In March 2012, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagons produced between 1 February 2011 and 31 July 2011. In these vehicles, the ‘A’ pillar trims may dislodge from their mountings if the window airbags were deployed during an accident, potentially striking the occupants (PRA 2012/13070).
- In January 2015, a recall was issued for Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the OM651 turbo-diesel engine that were available for sale during 2014. In these vehicles, the seal ring between the timing chain tensioner and the engine may leak oil – this could result in a hazard for other road users and, in extreme cases, a fire risk (PRA 2015/14509).
Problems and faults: Mercedes-Benz W639 Vito Wagon
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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OM651 timing chain and tensioner
For the OM651 turbo-diesel engine, there have been reports of wear of the simplex timing chain and/or chain tensioner at higher mileages. Since the chain is installed on the transmission side of the engine, access is restricted and replacement is expensive.
