Recall 18V872000: 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and 1 other model

Report received

Dec 7, 2018

Manufacturer

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Potentially affected

2vehicles

Model years

2018

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 USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 Coupe and one C300 4Matic Coupe. The steering coupling may not have been correctly locked during manufacturing.

Possible consequence

If the steering connection was not properly locked, the mechanical connection between the steering wheel and steering rack may come loose, reducing steering ability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering coupling and lock it correctly if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120010.

Affected model years

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

• 2018 Mercedes-Benz C30099 complaints
• 2018 Mercedes-Benz E40023 complaints