2006 Mercedes Benz M Class recall: hydraulic power assist system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on May 16, 2005. It covers about 7,191 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7,191
- reported
- May 16, 2005
- owners notified
- May 17, 2005
- related complaints
- 3
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, a hose clamp that secures the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering fluid can damage the power steering pump and may result in diminished power assist for steering which could lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power steering hose clamp free of charge. The recall began on may 17, 2005. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 05V224000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 05V224000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Mercedes Benz M Class hydraulic power assist system?
Yes. Recall 05V224000, reported on May 16, 2005, covers about 7,191 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V224000?
Dealers will replace the power steering hose clamp free of charge. The recall began on may 17, 2005. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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