Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V308000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V308000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 amg gt s vehicles manufactured june 1, 2015 to july 24, 2015 Includes 136 affected units, Loss of Torque due to Driveshaft Bond Failure, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2016 amg gt s vehicles manufactured june 1, 2015 to july 24, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 amg gt s vehicles manufactured june 1, 2015 to july 24, 2015. in affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on july 29, 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2016050008.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V308000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2016-05-17T00:00:00

Subject: Loss of torque due to driveshaft bond failure

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 136

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 amg gt s vehicles manufactured june 1, 2015 to july 24, 2015. in affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.

Consequence Summary: If the adhesive bond fails and results in a loss of torque to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on july 29, 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: 89.71

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NHTSA ID: 16V308000

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