Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
S
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
08V608000
Component Description
Suspension:Front
Effect Of Defect
If A Radial Knuckle Fails, The Steering Control Of The Vehicle May Be Affected, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20050517
End Of Manufacture
20060905
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1515
Date Owners Notified
20090218
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20081124