Engine Cooling System problems of the 1996 Mercedes Benz C Class

The contact owns a 1996 Mercedes Benz c280. While driving approximately 40 mph the steering wheel became very stiff and difficult to turn. The check engine and battery lights began illuminating moments before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed. The failure was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified and the contact was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 96v058000, engine and engine cooling:engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 119,293.