Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V250000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V250000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2013-2016 g550 and g63 amg vehicles and 2016 g65 amg vehicles Includes 10,832 affected units, Incorrect Torque on Steering Coupling, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2013-2016 g550 and g63 amg vehicles and 2016 g65 amg vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc.(mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2016 g550 and g63 amg vehicles and 2016 g65 amg vehicles. the steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. the remedy is currently unavailable. interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed may 27, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V250000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2017-04-11T00:00:00

Subject: Incorrect torque on steering coupling

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 10,832

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2017060004

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc.(mbusa) is recalling certain 2013-2016 g550 and g63 amg vehicles and 2016 g65 amg vehicles. the steering coupling may have been insufficiently tightened, resulting in the steering connection wearing.

Consequence Summary: The steering coupling wear may cause a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering coupling, free of charge. the remedy is currently unavailable. interim notifications informing owners of the safety risk were mailed may 27, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 86.54

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NHTSA ID: 17V250000

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