Recall Date:
JAN 26, 1990
Model Affected:
1990 MERCEDES BENZ 420
Summary:
BOLTS USED FOR THE BRAKE STRUT SUPPORT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY BREAK.
Consequence:
THE FAILURE OF THE BOLTS MAY RESULT IN A DETERIORATION OF VEHICLE STEERING AND BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy:
REPLACE HEX NUT BOLTS WITH BOLTS THAT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
Potential Units Affected:
594
Notes:
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, INC.