Recall 10V-459: 2010 Mercedes Benz C, 2010–2011 Mercedes Benz E

MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 4, 2010, covering about 85,300 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-459
Report date
Oct 4, 2010
Vehicles affected
85,300
Owners notified
Oct 31, 2010

The problem

Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2010 c-class, model 204, e-class, model 212, and model year 2010-2011 e-class coupe/cabriolet model 207 vehicles. The power steering system in the subject vehicles may fail due to the loss of power steering fluid.

The risk

Owners may not have sufficient control of the vehicle in areas, such as parking lots, where maximum power steering is required, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will check and retorque the connection fitting free of charge. The safety recall began on october 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.
ComponentSteering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V459000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes Benz C2010All years
Mercedes Benz E2010, 2011All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-459?

Mercedes benz is recalling certain model year 2010 c-class, model 204, e-class, model 212, and model year 2010-2011 e-class coupe/cabriolet model 207 vehicles. The power steering system in the subject vehicles may fail due to the loss of power steering fluid.

How is recall 10V-459 fixed?

Dealers will check and retorque the connection fitting free of charge. The safety recall began on october 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.