NHTSA recall 16V-308 (16V308000)
power train recall reported May 17, 2016 - about 136 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V308000
- Also written as
- 16V-308
- Reported
- May 17, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~136
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 AMG GT S vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015 to July 24, 2015. In affected vehicles, the adhesive bond between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the rear flange may fail, and as a result, there may be a loss of torque to the rear wheels.
Why it is dangerous
If the adhesive bond fails and results in a loss of torque to the rear wheels, the vehicle operator may be unable to move the vehicle, or may experience deceleration if the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 29, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-308 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.