Mercedes-benz Recall 21V478000: Power Train, Driveline, Driveshaft

NHTSA recall 21V478000 · announced June 25, 2021 · filed by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · 1,522 units affected

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.

The risk

A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2016 Mercedes-benz Amg Gt
• 2017 Mercedes-benz Amg Gt
• 2018 Mercedes-benz Amg Gt

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.