NHTSA recall 17V-243 (17V243000)
steering recall reported April 11, 2017 - about 3 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V243000
- Also written as
- 17V-243
- Reported
- April 11, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~3
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 C300 vehicles. The electrical contacts for the power steering electric motor may not have been properly welded, possibly resulting in a loss of electrical contact.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of electrical contact will cause the electric power steering assist to deactivate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall began June 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-243 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.