NHTSA Recall 17V595000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V595000; Date: Sep. 22, 2017
The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Mercedes Benz Metris; 2016 Mercedes Benz Metris; 2017 Mercedes Benz Metris
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Affected Units:: 3
Recall Summary:
Daimler vans USA, LLC (dvusa) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 mercedes-benz metris vans. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.
How to Fix:
Dvusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. An interim notice is expected to be mailed on November 17, 2017. A second notice will be mailed to owners when parts become available. Owners may contact daimler's customer service at 1-877-762-8267.
Recall Notes:
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.
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