NHTSA Recall 17V714000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V714000; Date: Nov. 14, 2017
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Mercedes Benz E300; 2017 Mercedes Benz S550; 2017 Mercedes Benz S550e; 2017 Mercedes Benz S65 Amg; 2017 Mercedes-maybach S600
Component: Steering:electric Power Assist System
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 72
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 e300, s65 amg coupe, s550, s65 amg cabriolet, s550 cabriolet, s550e, s65 amg, and mercedes-maybach s600 vehicles. A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 9, 2018
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