Recall 16V308000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Report Date
20160517
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2016 MERCEDES BENZ AMG GT S

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.