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Recall 15V-709

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 and 1 other model: Power train (driveline, driveshaft).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-709
Reported
October 27, 2015
Vehicles affected
52 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic coupes and GLE63 AMG S 4Matic coupes manufactured December 10, 2014, to April 29, 2015. The affected vehicles may be equipped with rear drive shaft bolt fasteners that may loosen and result in the rear drive shaft separating from the transmission or the rear axle differential.

The risk

If the drive shaft separates, the vehicle will stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the bolt fasteners, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in mid-November 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed].

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