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NHTSARecalled Jun 15, 2016 · #16V438000

Software Error May Disable Power Steering Assist

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2015, to March 1, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist system may shutdown due to a software error. If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Product details

Product
Software Error May Disable Power Steering Assist
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
C300
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

View the official CPSC notice