Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2017 Models for Power Steering Overheating Risk
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 72 vehicles from 2017 models due to a power steering control unit defect that may disable assist, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (power steering system) that may increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. The recall involves 72 vehicles in total.
A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat, resulting in the power steering system being disabled. If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-MAYBACH, MERCEDES-BENZ S600, S65 AMG, E300, S550
- Brand
- MERCEDES-MAYBACH
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Affected units
- 72
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (5)
- S600
- S65 AMG
- E300
- S550
- S550E
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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