The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V308000·Announced 2016-05-17

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2016 AMG GT S for Driveshaft Bond Failure

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 136 model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles because the carbon-fiber driveshaft bond may fail, causing loss of torque and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (driveshaft bond failure) that can lead to loss of torque and increased risk of a vehicle crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling 136 model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles manufactured between June 1, 2015, and July 24, 2015. The recall addresses a defect in the carbon-fiber driveshaft where the adhesive bond to the rear flange may fail.

If the bond fails, the vehicle may lose torque to the rear wheels. This could prevent the vehicle from moving or cause unexpected deceleration while in motion, which increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners can 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 AMG GT S
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Drivetrain
Hazard
Affected units
136

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)

  • AMG GT S

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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