How many recalls does the 1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class have?

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class has 3 recalls on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class?

The most recent recall was issued on October 2, 2008 and relates to the steering system.

Is the 1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class affected by any Canadian recalls?

Yes, there are 3 Transport Canada recall(s) for this vehicle.

1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class Recalls

1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class

1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class Recalls

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML Class has 3 recalls, the most serious being a seatbelt buckle that can unlatch unexpectedly during a crash or sudden stop, leaving an occupant unrestrained at the moment protection is needed most.

The seatbelt defect involves a loose plastic cover over the latching mechanism: if the cover is not properly secured, it can interfere with the buckle tongue and cause the belt to release. The remaining two recalls describe the same power steering issue. A hose clamp securing the power steering fluid cooling hose may not grip tightly enough, allowing fluid to slowly leak out. As fluid level drops, steering effort increases and becomes harder over time, and if the loss continues, the power steering pump itself can be damaged, potentially leaving the driver with significantly heavier steering or a complete loss of power assist.

All 3 Recalls

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Transport CanadaHigh Risk

October 2, 2008

STEERING

At a glance

What can fail

The hose clamp securing the power steering cooling hose to the cooler may not clamp tightly enough, allowing power steering fluid to leak out. This can weaken steering assist and damage the steering pump.

What the fix does

The dealer will replace the power steering cooler hose and clamp with a properly secured assembly.

9,537 vehicles affected

Transport Canada #2008362 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

Transport CanadaHigh Risk

April 10, 2003

STEERING

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1998 Mercedes-Benz Ml Class Recalls

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