2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 and others recall: electric power assist system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on September 19, 2017. It covers about 4 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 4
- reported
- Sep 19, 2017
- owners notified
- Nov 10, 2017
- related complaints
- 18
Steering: electric power assist system
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (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.
- Risk
- The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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 number 17V574000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 18 complaints about steering problems.
Questions about recall 17V574000
Is there a recall on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43, Mercedes-Benz AMG E43 and others electric power assist system?
Yes. Recall 17V574000, reported on September 19, 2017, covers about 4 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 17V574000?
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.
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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