NHTSA Recall 05V224000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V224000; Date: May. 16, 2005
A loss of power steering fluid can damage the power steering pump and may result in diminished power assist for steering which could lead to a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Mercedes Benz M-class
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 7,191
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, a hose clamp that secures the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the power steering hose clamp free of charge. The recall began on may 17, 2005. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Notes:
Mercedes benz recall no. 2005 050004. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 17, 2005
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