NHTSA recall 08V608000
Suspension › Front
Mercedes Benz S
Reported Nov 24, 20081,515 vehicles affectedMERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC.Built May 17, 2005 – Sep 5, 2006
The defect
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.
The risk
If a radial knuckle fails, the steering control of the vehicle may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
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.