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Mercedes-Benz is recalling 20,201 vehicles across its A-Class, CLA, EQA, GLB and EQB lines due to a steering defect.
“The electrical power steering control unit back-up software may not operate as intended,” the company says in its recall notice.
“In the event of a failure of the power steering control unit, this could result in a loss of power steering control.
“A loss of power steering control could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.”
- A total of 20,201 vehicles are affected from 2018 to 2024
- The vehicle identification number (VIN) list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
If you own an affected vehicle, you’ll need to contact a Mercedes-Benz dealership as soon as possible to have the work carried out, free of charge.
If you have any further questions, you can contact the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Centre on 1300 762 718.
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