Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V192000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V192000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2014-2015 smart fortwo coupes and convertibles, and 2014 fortwo coupe electric and fortwo convertible electric vehicles Includes 5,058 affected units, Steering Gear Mounting Bolts May Break, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2014-2015 smart fortwo coupes and convertibles, and 2014 fortwo coupe electric and fortwo convertible electric vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 smart fortwo coupes and convertibles, and 2014 fortwo coupe electric and fortwo convertible electric vehicles. the affected vehicles have steering gear mounting bolts which may break during vehicle operation.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2015. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-800-762-7887.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V192000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-03-31T00:00:00
Subject: Steering gear mounting bolts may break
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 5,058

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015040002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 smart fortwo coupes and convertibles, and 2014 fortwo coupe electric and fortwo convertible electric vehicles. the affected vehicles have steering gear mounting bolts which may break during vehicle operation.
Consequence Summary: If the steering gear mounting bolts break, vehicle handling could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2015. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-800-762-7887.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 81.89

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NHTSA ID: 15V192000
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