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SevereNHTSA·17V714000·Announced 2017-11-14

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

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. 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
Hazard
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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