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LowREC-003186Published 23 March 2009View official notice ↗

Mercedes-Benz S Class (Type 221)

Affected
33
Category
Cars
Campaign
RC754
Supplier
Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd
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The defect

Long term laboratory durability testing has revealed that the lower ball joint of the front struts on certain vehicles with ABC suspension could fracture after very high mileage when used on rough roads. Should this occur, normal steering of the vehicle will be impaired.

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The hazard

Malfunction.

The remedy

Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd will write to owners of all affected vehicles. If you have sold the vehicle, please contact Mercedes-Benz on telephone: 03 9566 9380, fax: 03 9566 6223 or via e-mail: campaigns@daimler.com

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What to do

  1. 1Check if your vehicle is affected. This recall covers 33 vehicles. Use your VIN to confirm.
  2. 2Contact Mercedes-Benz Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd to arrange inspection and repair.
  3. 3Repairs are free of charge when arranged through an authorised dealer.
  4. 4Verify this recall on the official government register: vehiclerecalls.gov.au ↗
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Recall data sourced from vehiclerecalls.gov.au under CC BY 4.0.