Do Not Drive NHTSA · 22V937000 Reported December 16, 2022

Rear axle differential housing may crack and break

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Power Train · 278 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
22V937000
Manufacturer Campaign
2023040001
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
278
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 16, 2022

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2022 amg g63 4x4-squared vehicles. the rear axle differential housing may crack, leaking oil onto the road. in addition, the rear axle differential housing may break, resulting in a loss of rear wheel control and drive power.

Safety Consequence

A loss of rear wheel control and drive power can increase the risk of a crash. in addition, differential oil that leaks onto the road can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle, as necessary, free of charge. the mbusa customer assistance center will assist owners to make arrangements with their authorized mercedes-benz dealer to have the vehicle towed for inspection. towing and loaner vehicles or alternate transportation, where available, will be offered at no cost to the customer. owner notification letters were mailed may 12, 2023. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2023040001.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 22V937000 or campaign 2023040001.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 22V937000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V937000?

NHTSA recall 22V937000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 16, 2022. It addresses: Rear axle differential housing may crack and break. The recall affects approximately 278 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V937000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2023040001. 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.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

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.