Passenger car
Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0091/09 |
| Brand | Mercedes Benz |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Model Number | S-Class, type 221, EC type approval: e1*2001/116*0335 |
| Published | 30 January 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the durability of the front strut radial steering knuckle does not match the manufacturer’s specifications. This can affect the vehicle’s steering.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the manufacturer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The affected vehicles were manufactured between August 2004 and September 2006 and have Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) in the range 221 A 000.001 to 221 A 089.997.