NHTSA Recall 16V308000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V308000; Date: May. 17, 2016
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Mercedes Benz Amg Gt S
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 136
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 29, 2016
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