MERCEDES BENZ AMG G63 2022: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V937000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG G63 2022
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2023-05-12 2022-12-16 2022-12-19

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2023040001

Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 278

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2022 AMG G63 4x4-squared vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may crack, leaking oil onto the road. In addition, the rear axle differential housing may break, resulting in a loss of rear wheel control and drive power.

Consequence

A loss of rear wheel control and drive power can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, differential oil that leaks onto the road can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the vehicle has been remedied. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear axle, as necessary, free of charge. The MBUSA Customer Assistance Center will assist owners to make arrangements with their authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to have the vehicle towed for inspection. Towing and loaner vehicles or alternate transportation, where available, will be offered at no cost to the customer. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040001.

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.