REC-003778

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0 Mercedes-Benz C CLASS

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd

Recall date: 20 April 2017

Defect

The bolt securing the steering coupling may not have been tightened correctly during manufacture. This may result in the steering coupling detaching from the steering shaft.

Hazard

If the steering coupling detaches from the steering shaft it may cause a loss of steering control and an increased risk of an accident.

Remedy

Letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles. Contacted owners should present their vehicle to their preferred dealer to have the steering coupling bolt checked and replaced if required.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003778