Recall 08V608000: 2007 Mercedes-Benz S

Report received

Nov 24, 2008

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz usa, llc.

Potentially affected

1,515vehicles

Model years

2007

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

Mercedes-benz is recalling 1,515 my 2007 s-class vehicles. The radial knuckle of the front strut may fail. The radial knuckle flaw may occur after significant mileage accumulation combined with exposure to high continuous stress by driving on rough roads.

Possible consequence

If a radial knuckle fails, the steering control of the vehicle may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will check and replace, if necessary, the ball joint(s). The recall is expected to begin during february 2009. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2007 Mercedes-Benz S0 complaints