Mercedes-Benz E Class, GLE, GLS Recall R/2017/148: Steering Power Assist May Deactivate, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 18 Aug 2017
- Launched
- 5,121
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC1712
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled E Class, GLE, GLS vehicles built between 1 August 2015 and 30 June 2016. The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. If water enters the control unit the power steering assistance can be lost. The steering assistance not working could increase the risk of collision.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING POWER ASSIST MAY DEACTIVATE Defect: The connector on the electric power steering control unit may not be properly sealed against water entry. If water enters the control unit the power steering assistance can be lost. The steering assistance not working could increase the risk of collision. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: steering power assist may deactivate.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: that are likely to be affected and replace the plug housing of the electric power steering.
Are You Affected?
E Class, GLE, GLS built between 1 August 2015 and 30 June 2016 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 5,121 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 SRPC1712 or the DVSA reference R/2017/148. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLS, E Class, GLCDrive shaft joint | Low | R/2026/148 | |
| GLEInstallation of the heat shield | Low | R/2026/326 | |
| E ClassCoolant pump control software | Low | R/2026/201 | |
| GLERear seat belt bolting | Urgent | R/2026/221 | |
| E ClassRouting of transmission wiring harness | Book soon | R/2025/534 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2017/217 on 9 Aug 2017, for rear spring seat bases may fail. The one launched after it was R/2017/147 on 4 Sep 2017, for left front seat belt pre-tensioner may not meet specification. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2017 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/148, launched 18 August 2017. 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.