Mercedes-Benz · Canada · High
Mercedes-Benz R Class, GL Class +1 more: Steering
Affects Mercedes-Benz R Class, GL Class, ML Class · 2008 — about 85 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, a driving pin located inside the power steering rack may have been manufactured incorrectly. Should the driving pin fail it would cause an unexpected loss of steering power assist, which may result in a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the power steering gear assembly.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational