Mercedes-Benz Vario Range Recall R/2010/113: Directional Control May Be Lost, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 25 Aug 2010
- Launched
- 14
- vehicles in the UK
- C223
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled Vario Range vehicles built between 1 January 2010 and 4 August 2010. The polystop (Nylock) nut may become loose or detach due to an issue with the plastic retaining ring. The dealer will replace polystop nut. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The polystop (Nylock) nut may become loose or detach due to an issue with the plastic retaining ring. Should this occur then detachment of the tie rod/track rod could occur which could result in the loss of directional control.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: DIRECTIONAL CONTROL MAY BE LOST Defect: It is possible that the polystop (Nylock) nut may become loose or detach due to an issue with the plastic retaining ring. Should this occur then detachment of the tie rod/track rod could occur which could result in the loss of directional control. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles and replace polystop nut
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the loss of directional control.
The Fix
The dealer will replace polystop nut.
Are You Affected?
Vario Range built between 1 January 2010 and 4 August 2010 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 14 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code C223 or the DVSA reference R/2010/113. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vario RangePossible movement of brake pads within caliper | Urgent | R/2003/080 | |
| Vario RangeBrake pedal stop bracket concern | Urgent | R/2002/069 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2010/112 on 25 Aug 2010, for incorrect headlamp fitted. The one launched after it was R/2010/123 on 30 Sep 2010, for fuel may leak. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2010.
Source: DVSA recall R/2010/113, launched 25 August 2010. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.