Recall 21V478000
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Report Date
20210625
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Affected Vehicles
3 models
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Safety Consequence
A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT |
| 2017 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT |
| 2018 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.