Mercedes Benz G Class recall: Steering column coupling may not be tight
- What's wrong
- Insufficient tightening of the steering column coupling could lead to wear of the steering coupling during use. In case of excessive wear of the steering coupling the coupling eventually may not transfer the effort the driver inputs to the steering to the steering gear in…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering column coupling.
What’s wrong
Insufficient tightening of the steering column coupling could lead to wear of the steering coupling during use. In case of excessive wear of the steering coupling the coupling eventually may not transfer the effort the driver inputs to the steering to the steering gear in which case the steering control would be lost.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the steering column coupling.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| G Class | 1 Jun 2012 | 31 Mar 2017 | 482 |
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 16 June 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.