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2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class STEERING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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STEERING Safety Recalls

Critical #17V714000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
Risk if Unfixed
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 2017 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
STRUCTURE
2 recalls
COMMUNICATION
2 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
1 recall

Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Years

2022
4 recalls
2021
11 recalls
2019
11 recalls
2018
12 recalls
2016
6 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
5 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM recall for the 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class? (Campaign #17V714000)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300, S65 AMG Coupe, S550, S65 AMG Cabriolet, S550 Cabriolet, S550e, S65 AMG, and Mercedes-Maybach S600 vehicles. A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled. If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash. MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.