SL-Class (R231) 2013 on: Discussion on the SL550

SL/R231: Recall

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Old Nov 5, 2012 | 01:58 PM
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Recall 2012100001 OCT12 - 2013 model 231 refrigerant may ignite in the event of a severe frontal impact that would cause a rupture to refrigerant line, dealer will replace R1234yf refrigerant with R134a. Approximately 432 vehicles affected. Should receive a letter or expedite by having dealer check VMI to see if your VIN is included.
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Old Nov 5, 2012 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by konigstiger
Recall 2012100001 OCT12 - 2013 model 231 refrigerant may ignite in the event of a severe frontal impact that would cause a rupture to refrigerant line, dealer will replace R1234yf refrigerant with R134a. Approximately 432 vehicles affected. Should receive a letter or expedite by having dealer check VMI to see if your VIN is included.
Looks like they are the early builds:

The affected vehicles were built between December 19, 2011, and May 31, 2012.
Concerned owners can contact Mercedes-Benz at 1-800-367-6372, and reference National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) campaign ID number 12V478000.
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