Camshaft weld may fail and cause engine stall
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes-benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 cla250, cla250 4matic, gla250, gla250 4matic, and 2016 slk300 roadster vehicles manufactured july 17, 2015, to august 31, 2015. the affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly cause engine damage.
Safety Consequence
Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge. interim notices were mailed to owners on december 9, 2015. the recall began on december 23, 2015. owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes-benz's number for this recall is 2015100006.
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FAQ: Recall 15V662000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V662000?
NHTSA recall 15V662000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on October 16, 2015. It addresses: Camshaft weld may fail and cause engine stall. The recall affects approximately 857 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V662000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2015100006. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.