Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #21V229000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V229000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2017 b250e, cla250, 2017-2018 amg cla45, gla250, and amg gla45 vehicles Includes 4,992 affected units, Possible Loss of Steering Control, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2017 b250e, cla250, 2017-2018 amg cla45, gla250, and amg gla45 vehicles

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V229000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2021-04-01T00:00:00
Subject: Possible loss of steering control
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 4,992

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2021060001
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 72.5

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NHTSA ID: 21V229000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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