2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 — Steering: electric power assist system
Published June 15, 2016 · Recall initiated: June 15, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V438000, published June 15, 2016. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 — Steering: electric power assist system.
What's the hazard
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.
What to 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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- C300
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C300
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 — Steering: electric power assist system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V438000 on June 15, 2016. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: C300.