The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The left front upper control arm May not meet the specified strength requirements.
The risk
The control arm could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left front upper control arm. Owner notification began September 29, 2001. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-290 (01V290000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper arm |
| Report date | September 10, 2001 |
| Owners notified | September 29, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 870 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-290 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left front upper control arm. Owner notification began September 29, 2001. 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 870 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.