Mercedes-Benz 300 Recall 90V033: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components

NHTSA campaign 90V033, reported January 26, 1990, 594 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 90V033MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Problem: BOLTS USED FOR THE BRAKE STRUT SUPPORT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY BREAK.
Risk: THE FAILURE OF THE BOLTS MAY RESULT IN A DETERIORATION OF VEHICLE STEERING AND BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy: REPLACE HEX NUT BOLTS WITH BOLTS THAT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
Notes: SYSTEM: BRAKE STRUT SUPPORT HEX NUT BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.