NHTSA recall campaign
17V714000
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Reported2017-11-14Affected72 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
Risk
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →