Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V845000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V845000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2015 c300 and c400 4matic sedans manufactured january 27, 2014, to december 1, 2014 Includes 28,452 affected units, Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 c300 and c400 4matic sedans manufactured january 27, 2014, to december 1, 2014

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 c300 and c400 4matic sedans manufactured january 27, 2014, to december 1, 2014. due to an error in the electric power steering control unit software, the affected vehicles may have a loss of electric power steering assist.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering software, free of charge. the recall began in january 15, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V845000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-12-16T00:00:00
Subject: Loss of electric power steering assist
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 28,452

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015120006
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 c300 and c400 4matic sedans manufactured january 27, 2014, to december 1, 2014. due to an error in the electric power steering control unit software, the affected vehicles may have a loss of electric power steering assist.
Consequence Summary: If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering software, free of charge. the recall began in january 15, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 97.11

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