Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2019 SL Models for Rear Axle Bolt Failure
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2019 SL 450, SL 550, and AMG SL63 vehicles because a rear axle bolt may fail, affecting handling 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 (rear axle carrier bolt failure) that can lead to loss of handling and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2019 SL 450, SL 550, and AMG SL63 vehicles. The recall addresses a potential defect in the bolt connection at the front-left mounting point on the rear axle carrier casting. Over time, this connection may fail, which can affect the vehicle's handling.
Unexpected changes in the vehicle's handling can increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on November 22, 2019. Owners will be notified by MBUSA, and dealers will inspect the front-left mounting point of the rear axle carrier. If a defect in the bolt connection is found, MBUSA will contact the owner and offer a repurchase of the vehicle.
Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019100018. 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.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ SL 450, SL 550, AMG SL63
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Category
- Vehicle — Passenger Car
- Affected units
- 36
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)
- SL 450
- SL 550
- AMG SL63
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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