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Recall 17V-574

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43 and 3 other models: Steering (electric power assist system).

At a glance

Campaign number
17V-574
Reported
September 19, 2017
Vehicles affected
4 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2017 C43 AMG, one E300 4Matic sedan, one GLC300, and one E43 AMG 4Matic sedan. These vehicles have electrical power steering control units with improperly welded contact pins.

The risk

The improperly welded pins may lose contact, deactivating the power steering assist and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering rack, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 10, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles