CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250, and AMG GLA45 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.
- Risk
- A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060001.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement. Over time, this could cause the bearing and universal joint to separate.
A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should take this seriously and have their vehicle checked promptly.
The remedy is free. Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2021060001, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLA45 | 20172018 |
| Mercedes-Benz B 250e | 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 | 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 | 20172018 |