Mercedes Benz E Class: Power Assisted Steering May Leak Oil.
Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz E Class and C Class vehicles may develop a power steering fluid leak at the connection between the fluid line and pump. Affected drivers may notice unusual noise while driving. Mercedes-Benz UK will check the connection and replace the sealing ring if needed on approximately 45,172 vehicles in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED
- Product
- Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ E CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ C CLASS. Units affected: 45,172
- Reason
- It is possible that a power assisted steering fluid leak could occur on the connection from the connection on the fluid line to pump. Drivers should be made aware of the concern by noise being emitted whilst the vehicle is being driven. Remedy: Recall all affected to check the connection and if required replace the sealing ring.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2010-10-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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