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Recall 15V-662

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 and 2 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-662
Reported
October 16, 2015
Vehicles affected
857 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles manufactured July 17, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly cause engine damage.

The risk

Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 9, 2015. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-[removed]. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100006.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles