Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Is Recalling 577 My 2008 Gl-Class, M-Class, And R-Class Vehicles. A Defect May Exist In The Driving Pin Used To Control The Oil Pressure Of The Power Steering.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
GL
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V682000
Component Description
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
If A DefeCTIve Driving Pin Exists In A Vehicle And The Pin Breaks During Normal Vehicle Turning, The Normally Available Hydraulic Support FunCTIon Will No Longer FunCTIon And Steering Wheel Operation Will Be Limited.
Fix Defect
Mercedes-Benz Will Replace The Steering Gears. The Recall Began On January 28, 2009. Owner May Contact Mercedes-Benz At 1-800-367-6372.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20080303
End Of Manufacture
20080320
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
577
Date Owners Notified
20090128
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20081219
Make Campaign Number
2008120011