NHTSA Recall 16V438000: Electric power assist system (steering)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 17 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V438000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Report received | June 15, 2016 |
| Owner notification | December 19, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured November 4, 2015, to March 1, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist system may shutdown due to a software error.
Safety risk
If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the electric power steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V438000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz C300 | 2016 |
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.