Vehicle recall R/2020/047

Mercedes-Benz C-Class recall: The spring damper software may not meet specifications

DVSA recall R/2020/047 names the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. It was launched 12 March 2020. It covers vehicles built 21 December 2015.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2020/047
Launched: 12 March 2020
Issued by: MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD
Manufacturer reference: SRPC2006
Vehicles: 1 across the lines below

What can go wrong

The spring damper software might not meet specification affecting level sensors and headlight range.

The fix

Replace the spring damper control unit on affected vehicles.

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz C-Class	21 December 2015	1

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Other recalls for these models

R/2019/458 The bonding between the glass panel and the sliding roof frame may not meet specifications 4 May 2020, Mercedes-Benz CLS, Mercedes-Benz CLK, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and others
R/2020/137 The heat shield installed at the turbocharger may not meet the specification 17 July 2020, Mercedes-Benz C-Class
R/2020/084 The dimension of the brake discs on the front axle may be too small 17 July 2020, Mercedes-Benz C-Class
R/2019/338 The tie rod may not be correctly mounted to the right front axle stub 5 November 2019, Mercedes-Benz C-Class
R/2019/372 Certain front seat belt buckles may not have been manufactured according to specification 3 August 2020, Mercedes-Benz G-Class, Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and others
R/2020/197 The left rear seat backrest lock may not meet specifications 21 August 2020, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Mercedes-Benz EQC, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and others

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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