Recall 15V845000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Report Date
20151216
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
2 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2015 C300 and C400 4matic sedans manufactured January 27, 2014, to December 1, 2014. Due to an error in the electric power steering control unit software, the affected vehicles may have a loss of electric power steering assist.

Safety Consequence

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering software, free of charge. The recall began in January 15, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2015 MERCEDES BENZ C300
2015 MERCEDES BENZ C400

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.