Daimler Recalls Mercedes to Fix Steering Glitch

Oct. 11, 2010

Will recall about 85,000 Mercedes Benz C- and E-class autos

Daimler will recall about 85,000 Mercedes Benz C- and E-class autos in the United States to fix a problem with power steering systems, the NHTSA said on Oct. 11.

"Other countries are affected as well," a Daimler spokesman said.

A problem with the steering system's pump could lead to a loss of fluid and "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," the NHTSA said.

The Daimler spokesman stressed that drivers retained control of the car even in the event of a power steering failure.

Mercedes planned to fix the problem in 2010 and 2011 models this month by re-tightening a faulty fitting, the NHTSA website said.

About the Author

Agence France-Presse

Copyright Agence France-Presse, 2002-2024. AFP text, photos, graphics and logos shall not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium. AFP shall not be held liable for any delays, inaccuracies, errors or omissions in any AFP content, or for any actions taken in consequence.