M-, GLE-, GL-, GLS-, GLC-, GLK-, C-, E-, CLS-, S-Class
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/00185/23 |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | 166, 204 X, 204, 204 K, 212, 212 K, R1ES, 218, 221, R1EC, e1*2007/46*0485*00-*16, e1*2001/116*0335*19-*33, e1*2007/46*1666*00-*01, e1*2007/46*0598*00-*22, e1*2001/116*0480*08-*23, e1*2001/116*0431*15-*43, e1*2001/116*0457*28, e1*2001/116*0501*05-*32, e1*2007/46*0200*04-*25, e1*2007/46*1560*00-*05, |
| Published | 3 February 2023 |
Risk Description
The aluminium bolts of the steering box may break. This can lead to detachment of the steering box from the power block, creating a risk of an accident. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Passenger car