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NHTSARecalled Dec 16, 2015 · #15V845000

Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 C300 and C400 4matic sedans manufactured January 27, 2014, to December 1, 2014. Due to an error in the electric power steering control unit software, the affected vehicles may have a loss of electric power steering assist. If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Product details

Product
Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
C300, C400
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering software, free of charge. The recall began in January 15, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

View the official CPSC notice