Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V306000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V306000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 slk300 vehicles manufactured january 19, 2016 to april 19, 2016 Includes 327 affected units, Rear Tie Rod Lock Nuts may Loosen, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 slk300 vehicles manufactured january 19, 2016 to april 19, 2016

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 slk300 vehicles manufactured january 19, 2016 to april 19, 2016. in the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear wheel alignment may change and the rear axle may steer independently.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods, free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2016050008.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V306000
Report Received Date: 2016-05-16T00:00:00
Subject: Rear tie rod lock nuts may loosen
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 327

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2016050008
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 slk300 vehicles manufactured january 19, 2016 to april 19, 2016. in the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear wheel alignment may change and the rear axle may steer independently.
Consequence Summary: A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods, free of charge. the recall began on june 24, 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2016050008.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 96.02

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SID: row-y8bd-ydi3-snv5
NHTSA ID: 16V306000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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