NHTSA Campaign Id 90V033000; Date: Jan. 26, 1990
The failure of the bolts may result in a deterioration of vehicle steering and braking which could result in loss of control and an accident.
1990 Mercedes Benz 300; 1990 Mercedes Benz 420; 1990 Mercedes Benz 560
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 594
Bolts used for the brake strut support do not meet specifications and may break.
Replace hex nut bolts with bolts that meet specifications.
System: brake strut support hex nut bolts. Vehicle description: passenger cars.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 24, 1989
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