A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Steering
Steering — Gear Box — Shaft Sector

Date Announced
APR 01, 2021
Vehicles Affected
4,992
Mercedes-Benz Recall #
2021060001
NHTSA Campaign #
21V229000
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250, and AMG GLA45 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.
Actions
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021060001.
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