Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
C400
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
15V845000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
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.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20140127
End Of Manufacture
20141201
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
28452
Date Owners Notified
20160115
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20151216
Make Campaign Number
2015120006