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Recall 05V-224

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recalled the 2006 Mercedes-Benz M Class: Steering (hydraulic power assist system).

At a glance

Campaign number
05V-224
Reported
May 16, 2005
Vehicles affected
7,191 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, a hose clamp that secures the power steering fluid cooling hose to the power steering fluid cooler may not provide sufficient clamping force for this connection.

The risk

A loss of power steering fluid can damage the power steering pump and may result in diminished power assist for steering which could lead to a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the power steering hose clamp free of charge. The recall began on may 17, 2005. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Mercedes benz recall no. 2005 050004. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles