Recall
Mercedes-Benz C300 — 16V438000
NHTSA ID
16V438000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
C300
Years Affected
2016
Recall Date
2016-06-15
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Units Affected
17
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.