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- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2015-2016 C63 AMG, 2015-2017 C63S and 2017 C63S AMG Coupe and C63 AMG Cabrio vehicles. The rear axle differential mounting flange may fracture from repeated aggressive launches.
- Risk
- A fractured rear axle mounting flange can cause the rear differential to become misaligned, possibly resulting in failure of the driveshaft and a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle's stability system software and chassis control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2017. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110002. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The rear axle differential mounting flange can fracture after repeated aggressive launches. A broken flange can misalign the rear differential, which may lead to driveshaft failure and a sudden loss of propulsion, raising the risk of a crash.
Dealers will update the vehicle's stability system software and chassis control unit software at no cost to you. Owners will also be notified directly by Mercedes-Benz USA. If you have questions, you can call MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 | 201520162017 |
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