NHTSA recall 21V-229 (21V229000)
steering recall reported April 1, 2021 - about 4,992 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V229000
- Also written as
- 21V-229
- Manufacturer number
- 2021060001
- Reported
- April 1, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~4,992
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060001.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-229 when calling a dealer.
Affected 6 models
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.