NHTSA Recall 21V229000
NHTSA Campaign Id 21V229000; Date: Apr. 1, 2021
a separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Mercedes-benz Amg Cla45; 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg Cla45; 2017 Mercedes-benz Amg Gla45; 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg Gla45; 2017 Mercedes-benz B250e; 2017 Mercedes-benz CLA250; 2017 Mercedes-benz GLA250; 2018 Mercedes-benz GLA250
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Affected Units:: 4,992
Recall Summary:
mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 b250e, cla250, 2017-2018 amg cla45, gla250, and amg gla45 vehicles. the steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.
How to Fix:
mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin may 31, 2021. owner may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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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