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2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and Mercedes-Benz E400 recall: steering

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on December 7, 2018. It covers about 2 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2
reported
Dec 7, 2018
owners notified
Jan 18, 2019
related complaints
15

Steering

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe and one C300 4Matic Coupe. The steering coupling may not have been correctly locked during manufacturing.
Risk
If the steering connection was not properly locked, the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and steering rack may come loose, reducing steering ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling and lock it correctly if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120010.

Recall number 18V872000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 15 complaints about steering problems.

2018 Mercedes-Benz C300

Questions about recall 18V872000

Is there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and Mercedes-Benz E400 steering?

Yes. Recall 18V872000, reported on December 7, 2018, covers about 2 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V872000?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling and lock it correctly if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120010.

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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