Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V709000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V709000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 gle450 amg 4matic coupes and gle63 amg s 4matic coupes manufactured december 10, 2014, to april 29, 2015 Includes 52 affected units, Rear Drive Shaft may Loosen and Separate, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 gle450 amg 4matic coupes and gle63 amg s 4matic coupes manufactured december 10, 2014, to april 29, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 gle450 amg 4matic coupes and gle63 amg s 4matic coupes manufactured december 10, 2014, to april 29, 2015. the affected vehicles may be equipped with rear drive shaft bolt fasteners that may loosen and result in the rear drive shaft separating from the transmission or the rear axle differential.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in mid-november 2015. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V709000
Report Received Date: 2015-10-27T00:00:00
Subject: Rear drive shaft may loosen and separate
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 52

Details

MFR Campaign Number: MFR ID Code
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 gle450 amg 4matic coupes and gle63 amg s 4matic coupes manufactured december 10, 2014, to april 29, 2015. the affected vehicles may be equipped with rear drive shaft bolt fasteners that may loosen and result in the rear drive shaft separating from the transmission or the rear axle differential.
Consequence Summary: If the drive shaft separates, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in mid-november 2015. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 69.23

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SID: row-axdy~5cgp~n23a
NHTSA ID: 15V709000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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