Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain 2015-2016 C63 AMG, 2015-2017 C63S And 2017 C63S AMG Coupe And C63 AMG Cabrio Vehicles. The Rear Axle Differential Mounting Flange May Fracture From Repeated Aggressive Launches.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
C63 AMG
Year
2015
Recall Campaign Number
17V654000
Component Description
Power Train:Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Fractured Rear Axle Mounting Flange Can Cause The Rear Differential To Become Misaligned, Possibly Resulting In Failure Of The Driveshaft And A Loss Of Propulsion, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
MbUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Update The Vehicle’S Stability System Software And Chassis Control Unit Software, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On November 20, 2017. Mbusa’S Number For This Recall Is 2017110002. Owners May Contact MbUSA Customer Service At 1-877-496-3691.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20141104
End Of Manufacture
20160530
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2098
Date Owners Notified
20171120
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20171016
Make Campaign Number
2017110002