The problem
If the front wheels are turned to full lock, the wheel could contact the brake hose and damage the hose.
The risk
If the brake hose is damaged, loss of brake fluid in the front brake circuit can occur which could result in longer than expected stopping distances and can result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the front brake hose assembly and install a retaining bracket on the front brake hoses.
Contacts
Owner notification began april 14, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mercedes Benz dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 97V028000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.