Recall 10V459000: 2010 Mercedes-Benz C, 2010–2011 Mercedes-Benz E
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 4, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 85,300
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2010 c-class, model 204, e-class, model 212, and model year 2010-2011 e-class coupe/cabriolet model 207 vehicles. The power steering system in the subject vehicles may fail due to the loss of power steering fluid.
The risk
Owners may not have sufficient control of the vehicle in areas, such as parking lots, where maximum power steering is required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will check and retorque the connection fitting free of charge. The safety recall began on october 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
- 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
- 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V459000
- Manufacturer
- MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
- Owner letters
- Oct 31, 2010
- Components
- Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology