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Recall 16V-306

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300: Suspension (rear).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-306
Reported
May 16, 2016
Vehicles affected
327 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.

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