Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V289000 Reported August 7, 2003

Mercedes-benz/steering gear bolt/nut

Q: What is recall 03V289000?

NHTSA recall 03V289000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on August 7, 2003. It addresses: Mercedes-benz/steering gear bolt/nut. The recall affects approximately 554 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · N/A · 554 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

03V289000

Manufacturer Campaign

2003-080003

Manufacturer

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

554

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

August 7, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the nut on the bolt which connects the steering gear to the steering coupling may not be tightened correctly.

Safety Consequence

The loosening of the nut could result in a slipping of the connection over time, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and tighten the nut on the bolt if necessary. owner notification began august 21, 2003. owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 03V289000 or campaign 2003-080003.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 03V289000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 03V289000?

NHTSA recall 03V289000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on August 7, 2003. It addresses: Mercedes-benz/steering gear bolt/nut. The recall affects approximately 554 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V289000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2003-080003. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.