Mercedes Benz C-class and E-class recall: Electric power steering motor defective
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Contacts inside the electric power steering motor may not have been correctly formed. Failure of these contacts would cause the loss of power steering assistance.If this happens a warning lamp will illuminate
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Replace the electric power steering motor on affected vehicles.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Contacts inside the electric power steering motor may not have been correctly formed. Failure of these contacts would cause the loss of power steering assistance.If this happens a warning lamp will illuminate
The fix
Replace the electric power steering motor on affected vehicles.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-class | 1 Aug 2014 | 31 Dec 2016 | 16 |
| E-class | 1 Aug 2014 | 31 Dec 2016 | 16 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 8 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.