Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2016 Slk300 Vehicles Manufactured January 19, 2016 To April 19, 2016. In The Affected Vehicles, Improperly Manufactured Lock Nuts May Have Been Used On The Rear Wheel Tie Rod ConneCTIon, And As A Result, The Rear Wheel Alignment May Change And The Rear Axle May Steer Independently.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
SLK300
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
16V306000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
A Change Of The Rear Wheel Alignment And Independent Steering Of The Rear Axle May Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
MbUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Lock Nuts On The Rear Tie Rods, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On June 24, 2016. Owners May Contact MbUSA Customer Service At 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa’S Number For This Recall Is 2016050008.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20160119
End Of Manufacture
20160419
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
327
Date Owners Notified
20160624
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20160516
Make Campaign Number
2016050008