Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #17V654000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 17V654000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2015-2016 c63 amg, 2015-2017 c63s and 2017 c63s amg coupe and c63 amg cabrio vehicles Includes 2,098 affected units, Rear Axle Mounting Flange may Fracture, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2015-2016 c63 amg, 2015-2017 c63s and 2017 c63s amg coupe and c63 amg cabrio vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2016 c63 amg, 2015-2017 c63s and 2017 c63s amg coupe and c63 amg cabrio vehicles. the rear axle differential mounting flange may fracture from repeated aggressive launches.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's stability system software and chassis control unit software, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2017. mbusa's number for this recall is 2017110002. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 17V654000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2017-10-16T00:00:00
Subject: Rear axle mounting flange may fracture
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 2,098

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2017110002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2016 c63 amg, 2015-2017 c63s and 2017 c63s amg coupe and c63 amg cabrio vehicles. the rear axle differential mounting flange may fracture from repeated aggressive launches.
Consequence Summary: A fractured rear axle mounting flange can cause the rear differential to become misaligned, possibly resulting in failure of the driveshaft and a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's stability system software and chassis control unit software, free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2017. mbusa's number for this recall is 2017110002. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.75

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NHTSA ID: 17V654000
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Updated At: 1742808662
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