I just heard on the news of a recall for 2010 C-Class and 2010-11 E-Class. Steering issues, anybody have the scoop?

 

http://www.mycarstats.com/reports/me...0/recalls.aspx

 

where did you hear that?

 

Summary:
MERCEDES BENZ IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 C-CLASS, MODEL 204, E-CLASS, MODEL 212, AND MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 E-CLASS COUPE/CABRIOLET MODEL 207 VEHICLES. THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY FAIL DUE TO THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID.
Consequence:
OWNERS MAY NOT HAVE SUFFICIENT CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IN AREAS, SUCH AS PARKING LOTS, WHERE MAXIMUM POWER STEERING IS REQUIRED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL CHECK AND RETORQUE THE CONNECTION FITTING FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372.

www.safercar.gov

 

Here's another one - http://news.blogs.cnn.com/2010/10/10...roblem/?hpt=T2

 

Is this specific for 2010 and 2011 models only? So if I have a 2007 W204, it's not affected? Anyone got any specific details on what the recall fix is? Sounds like a weak hose clamp?

 

http://www.cnbc.com/id/39593495

 

Wondering why it's only the latest two model years? Wouldn't all W204s have the same power steering components??? Did they change the steering since the first run of our cars in 2008?

 

Wonder if mine, C350 4matic Mar 2009, has the issue... at 30,000Km my steering fluid was bearly showing up on the dipstick.

 

Reports are that this defect is related to a hose attachment, therefore, there could be a variety of reasons. Change in supplier process, change in supplier material, inadequate training for new employee at supplier, etc. They appear to have defined the suspect population as starting with 2010 model year, but it is not unknown for populations to grow with additional data. If someone with other than a 2010-2011 finds their power steering fluid is low, they should have the car repaired (of course!) but, also inspected to determine if the leak is similar to the recall issue.

 

this would probably explain why they offered 10k of sticker price for the '10 models but not the '09 models. When I asked my dealer, he said they are trying to get rid of the 2010 c63's but when I asked how come not the '09, he didn't answer. I knew there had to be some kid of catch to this

 

 

I have experienced cement steering in my C class while turning the wheel really fast. sucks that the recall doesnt include me.

 

I know it doesn't apply to per-2010 models. But does it apply to 2011 C-class models. It doesn't say in the report, but it includes 2011 E-Class ones....

 

So aside from us taking the initiative to contact them will they send out notifications as well to the owners? Ironically I just took my car to the dealer for Service A yesterday and if it's not necessary I'd rather not take it all the way back to the dealer, it's a bit of a drive

 

There have been TSBs for 3 years for leaky power steering...weird

 

Hmmm wonder if this affect all country or US specific

 

Owners of recalled cars are ALWAYS notified by mail of recalls. Recalls, NOT service bulletins..

My God, the panic here over this is amazing.

 

OK, so I'm JUST GUESSING here, but it sounds like a couple of torque wrenches were mis-set. I'll go get mine checked this week...

BUT THIS is the REAL reason we are all on here, to compare results, issues, questions, concerns, etc...

JP

 

Exactly - Check for leaks & tighten clamp at dealer.

 

Just double checked both with the dealer where I purchased my C300 and MB Customer care and the recall is by VIN and not a general recall for all 2010/2011 models. Luckily my VIN was spared.. I'm sure MB will reach out to those affected but it doesn't hurt to make the first step.

 

wreck your **** in the parking lot, complain about neck pains, file a lawsuit. hahahhahahh