NHTSA Recall 10V459000: Pump (steering)
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 85,300 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz C.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V459000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › PUMP |
| Report received | October 4, 2010 |
| Owner notification | October 31, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
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 began on october 31, 2010. Owners may contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V459000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.