Power steering may malfunction and be disabled
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2017 e300, s65 amg coupe, s550, s65 amg cabriolet, s550 cabriolet, s550e, s65 amg, and mercedes-maybach s600 vehicles. a transistor within the power steering control unit may overheat resulting in the power steering system being disabled.
Safety Consequence
If the power steering assist is unexpectedly disabled, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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FAQ: Recall 17V714000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V714000?
NHTSA recall 17V714000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on November 14, 2017. It addresses: Power steering may malfunction and be disabled. The recall affects approximately 72 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V714000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2017120009. 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.