MERCEDES BENZ SLK300 2016: SUSPENSION:REAR
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V306000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | SLK300 | 2016 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-06-24 | 2016-05-16 | 2016-05-16 |
Production Dates: 2016-01-19 - 2016-04-19
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2016050008
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 327
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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.safercar.gov.
