Recall 22V937000

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Report Date
20221216
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
Affected Vehicles
1 models

Defect Description

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.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2022 MERCEDES BENZ AMG G63

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