NHTSA Recall 17V654000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V654000; Date: Oct. 16, 2017
A fractured rear axle mounting flange can cause the rear differential to become misaligned, possibly resulting in failure of the driveshaft and a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Mercedes Benz C63 Amg; 2016 Mercedes Benz C63 Amg; 2017 Mercedes Benz C63 Amg
Component: Power Train:axle Assembly
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 2,098
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015-2016 c63 amg, 2015-2017 c63s and 2017 c63s amg coupe and c63 amg cabrio vehicles. The rear axle differential mounting flange may fracture from repeated aggressive launches.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's stability system software and chassis control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2017. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2017110002. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
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: Nov 20, 2017
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