Recall 17V250000

STEERING

Report Date
20170411
Component
STEERING
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2013 MERCEDES BENZ G550
2013 MERCEDES BENZ G63
2014 MERCEDES BENZ G550
2014 MERCEDES BENZ G63
2015 MERCEDES BENZ G550
2015 MERCEDES BENZ G63
2016 MERCEDES BENZ AMG G65
2016 MERCEDES BENZ G550
2016 MERCEDES BENZ G63

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