2017 Mercedes Benz Mercedes-Benz
- Affected
- 2,847
- Category
- Cars
- Campaign
- RC2894
- Supplier
- MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD
The defect
The component in the universal joint of the steering shaft was not manufactured to specifications. Which may restrict the ability to steer the vehicle over time.
The hazard
If the steering does not perform as expected there is an increased risk of an accident resulting in injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
The remedy
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Mercedes-Benz and are asked to make arrangements with their nearest authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership to have the work carried out as soon as possible.A full list of authorised dealerships can be found at https://www.mercedes-benz.com.au/passengercars/mercedes-benz-cars/dealer-locator.htmlAlternatively, consumers may use the Mercedes-Benz online booking service, by visiting www.mercedes-benz.com.au/servicebooking
What to do
- 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 2,847 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
- 2Contact MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD to arrange inspection and repair.
- 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
- 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
- Contact:
- Mercedes-Benz dealership
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.