Mercedes-benz Glc 300 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 18, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2019 Mercedes-benz Glc 300

Recall number

19V822000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 3 units

Why it was recalled

A loss of power steering assist would require a greater steering effort to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

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.

What to do

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.