Steering rack locknut may fail, affecting steering
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2016 mercedes benz c300, 2017-2019 c300 cabrio, c300 coupe, c63 cabrio, 2015 c63s amg, 2018-2019 c300, c350e, c63 amg, c63s amg cabrio, 2018 c63 amg cabrio, c63 amg coupe, c63s amg, c63s amg coupe, e300, e400 cabrio, e400 coupe, 2019 cls450, e450 cabrio, and e450 coupe rear-wheel drive vehicles. a locknut in the steering rack may break under high load, possibly causing the steering to become stuck in one position.
Safety Consequence
A car that cannot be properly steered has an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. the recall began august 23, 2019. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2019080012.
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FAQ: Recall 18V850000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V850000?
NHTSA recall 18V850000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on November 29, 2018. It addresses: Steering rack locknut may fail, affecting steering. The recall affects approximately 6,373 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 18V850000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2019080012. 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.