Aston Martin and Mercedes Announce Immediate Recalls Due to Significant Safety Hazards | Carscoops

      Thousands of Mercedes crossovers and electric vehicles are at risk of losing steering due to a loose bolt.

      Aston Martin and Mercedes are initiating recalls for various models.

      The affected models include the EQE, GLC, and GLC Coupe, which may experience a loose steering coupling. Meanwhile, the Vanquish may face a loss of power brake assist due to a software issue.

      Mercedes is recalling numerous vehicles that potentially have a loose bolt, which could lead to a loss of steering and dramatically heighten the risk of an accident.

      The problem involves 3,749 vehicles from the 2023-2026 model years, including the GLC, GLC Coupe, and EQE, ranging from the entry-level GLC 300 to the GLC 63 S E Coupe and EQE 53 4MATIC.

      The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that the bolt securing the steering coupling may not have been properly torqued, leading to a loosened connection between the steering coupling and steering rack over time.

      Mercedes became aware of the issue in mid-July after a driver reported unusual noises from the steering system. An investigation revealed that the noise was due to an inadequately secured steering coupling bolt. The automaker attributed this to a “gap in the production process,” explaining that workers might have accidentally skipped the torquing process for certain vehicles.

      As a result, Mercedes opted to conduct a recall, determining that all recalled vehicles are likely affected. Fortunately, the company is only aware of one warranty claim related to this problem.

      Because this issue involves just a loose bolt, the solution is straightforward; technicians at dealerships will simply tighten the connection between the steering coupling and steering rack. Notifications to owners are expected to be sent out on October 17.

      In related news, Aston Martin is recalling 178 Vanquish vehicles from the 2025 model year. The government reported that the vacuum pump might not generate vacuum under specific conditions, which could lead to a loss of power brake assist and reduced braking efficiency.

      An investigation began in May after a reported incident in the Netherlands, followed by two additional reports, all linked to a Diagnostic Trouble Code that prevents the vacuum pump from supplying vacuum to the brake booster.

      As part of the recall, Aston Martin will update the software to eliminate the unnecessary Diagnostic Trouble Code P050FFF, which was inadvertently retained from an external OEM application by the supplier.

      Unfortunately for the owners, this fix cannot be completed over-the-air, and they must take their vehicles to a dealership, where the process could take up to three hours due to potential additional software updates.