The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16V306000·Announced 2016-05-16

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2016 SLK300 Vehicles for Rear Tie Rod Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 327 model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles because improperly manufactured lock nuts on the rear wheel tie rods may cause the rear axle to steer independently, 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 (rear axle steering independently) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural vehicle defects.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured between January 19, 2016, and April 19, 2016. The recall involves 327 vehicles where improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection. This defect can cause the rear wheel alignment to change and the rear axle to steer independently.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that a change in rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ SLK300
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Passenger Car
Hazard
Affected units
327

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 (1)

  • SLK300

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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