NHTSA recall 19V822000
Steering › Electric power assist system
Mercedes-Benz GLC 300
Reported Nov 18, 20193 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Maker’s number 2019110014Built Nov 23, 2018 – Dec 4, 2018
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLC300 and GLC300 4MATIC vehicles. The electrical connection between the power steering electric motor and the control unit may fail, resulting in the loss of electric power steering assist.
The risk
A loss of power steering assist would require a greater steering effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019110014.