NHTSA Campaign Id 08V682000; Date: Dec. 19, 2008
If a defective driving pin exists in a vehicle and the pin breaks during normal vehicle turning, the normally available hydraulic support function will no longer function and steering wheel operation will be limited.
2008 Mercedes Benz GL; 2008 Mercedes Benz M Class; 2008 Mercedes Benz R
Component: Steering:hydraulic Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 577
Mercedes-benz is recalling 577 my 2008 gl-class, m-class, and r-class vehicles. A defect may exist in the driving pin used to control the oil pressure of the power steering.
Mercedes-benz will replace the steering gears. The recall began on January 28, 2009. Owner may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2008120011. 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: Jan 28, 2009
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