Mercedes-Benz USA – Loss of Power Steering Assist

Mercedes-Benz USA. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2017 C43 AMG, one E300 4Matic sedan, one GLC300, and one E43 AMG 4Matic sedan. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.


Report Received Date 09/19/2017
NHTSA ID 17V574000
Consequence Summary The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 4
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V574000)

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