Mercedes-Benz E-class, GLC, C-class recall: An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit may not have been manufactured to specifications
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit might not have been manufactured according to specifications.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. The affected vehicles are to have the steering unit replaced.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
An internal sensor within the electric power steering unit might not have been manufactured according to specifications.
The fix
The affected vehicles are to have the steering unit replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| E-class | 1 Jul 2018 | 31 Aug 2018 | 32 |
| GLC | 1 Jul 2018 | 31 Aug 2018 | 32 |
| C-class | 1 Jul 2018 | 31 Aug 2018 | 32 |
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 3 May 2019. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.