The Vickers PN 126 460 2280 Power Steering pump on my 1991 350SD broke off! If this had happened when I was navigating a high-speed turn there could have been an accident.

I located a used PS pump from another 350SD and it also had a cracked mounting point. Me mechanic has said he has seen this several times before.

These pumps were found in 86-87 SD/SDL Turbo, 88-91 300SE/SEL, 91 350SD/SDL. Before putting one of these pumps back in your car check the mounting points for cracks.

My PS pump had obviously been partially broken for a long time because of the dirt in the cracked metal. If you are planning on a long road trip you might want to check this before you go. Rebuilding a used one is a lot less than buying one at the dealer.

The Vlckers PN 126 460 3580 is an equivalent pump. It probably has the same problem, as do many of the Vickers pumps.

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1991 350SD (updated rods)
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