NHTSA campaign 17V243000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall 17V243000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 C300 vehicles. The electrical contacts for the power steering electric motor may not have been properly welded, possibly resulting in a loss of electrical contact.
Reported 04/11/2017
What can happen
A loss of electrical contact will cause the electric power steering assist to deactivate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Repair
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Components
- Steering: Electric power assist system
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.