Defect Description For Recall
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc (Dvusa) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris Vans. These Vehicles Have Electrical Power Steering Control Units With Improperly Welded Contact Pins.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES-BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
METRIS
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
17V595000
Component Description
Steering:Electric Power Assist System
Effect Of Defect
The Improperly Welded Pins May Lose Contact, DeActivating The Power Steering Assist And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
DvUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Electric Power Steering Rack, Free Of Charge. An Interim Notice Is Expected To Be Mailed On November 17, 2017. A Second Notice Will Be Mailed To Owners When Parts Become Available. Owners May Contact Daimler’S Customer Service At 1-877-762-8267.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Start Of Manufacture
20150211
End Of Manufacture
20170531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3
Date Owners Notified
20171221
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Daimler Vans Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20170922