Mercedes Benz Citan recall: Steering column may fracture
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Certain Citan vehicles may have cracks on the steering column tube due to a manufacturing fault.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the steering column/power steering motor assembly.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Certain Citan vehicles may have cracks on the steering column tube due to a manufacturing fault.
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the steering column/power steering motor assembly.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citan | 24 Nov 2016 | 13 Jan 2017 | 44 |
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 10 February 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.