NHTSA recall 19V-822 (19V822000)
steering recall reported November 18, 2019.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 19V822000
- Also written as
- 19V-822
- Reported
- November 18, 2019
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLC300 and GLC300 4MATIC vehicles. The electrical connection between the power steering electric motor and the control unit may fail, resulting in the loss of electric power steering assist.
Why it is dangerous
A loss of power steering assist would require a greater steering effort to control the vehicle, 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 control unit, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019110014.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 19V-822 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.