NHTSA recall 17V714000
Steering · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Details
What's wrong: A transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
Why it matters: If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering rack, replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in January 2018.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2017 Mercedes-Benz E300, 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550, 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550E, 2017 Mercedes-Benz S65 Amg, 2017 Mercedes-Maybach S600.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V714000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.