Rework steering column
Recall Campaign Number: 4692232
Daimler AG has determined that on certain Models 253 - GLC; 205 - C-Class the steering column may not be sufficiently grounded. It is possible that, in combination with internal damage to the connections in the steering column switch module, the driver airbag could be triggered without obvious cause due to electrostatic discharge because of this.
As a result, there may be a risk of injury for the driver along with an increase in the risk of an accident. An airbag warning message in the instrument cluster as well as the red airbag indicator lamp display the presence of damage to the driver beforehand. We will therefore establish sufficient grounding for the steering column on your vehicle as a precautionary measure.
As our top priority is the safety of our customers, Daimler AG, via its Mercedes-Benz service partners, the customer should make a booking with any approved Mercedes-Benz dealer and have the campaign carried out.
The campaign has been launched locally and affected customers are in the process of being contacted to inform them about the campaign. A total of 2135 vehicle is affected in the South African market.
If there are any questions or queries with regards to this matter, please call the customer assistance centre on 0800 133 355 for assistance.
