The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V662000·Announced 2015-10-16

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2015-2016 Models Due to Camshaft Weld Failure Risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 857 vehicles due to potential camshaft weld failure that could cause engine damage and stalling, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (camshaft weld failure) that can lead to engine stalling and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured between July 17, 2015, and August 31, 2015. The recall affects a total of 857 vehicles.

The affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail. This failure can cause engine damage, which may result in the engine stalling. A stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 9, 2015, and the recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250, SLK300, CLA250
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Car
Hazard
Affected units
857

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • GLA 250
  • SLK300
  • CLA250

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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