MERCEDES BENZ C300 2018: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V872000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | C300 | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-01-18 | 2018-12-07 | 2018-12-12 |
Production Dates: 2018-05-14 - 2018-05-14
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2018120010
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
