Recall 17V714000 — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Defect in 2017-2017 MERCEDES-MAYBACH S600
RECALL This recall affects up to 72 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 17V714000 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Vehicles Affected | 72 |
| Component | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety Consequence
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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