Rear tie rod lock nuts may loosen
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
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FAQ: Recall 16V306000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V306000?
NHTSA recall 16V306000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on May 16, 2016. It addresses: Rear tie rod lock nuts may loosen. The recall affects approximately 327 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V306000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2016050008. 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.