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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Recall 19V457: Driveshaft May Separate While Driving, Causing Loss of Drive

NHTSA campaign 19V457, reported June 14, 2019, 1,002 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The carbon-fiber driveshaft may not be bonded securely to the engine or transmission flange. Over time, the driveshaft could separate while the vehicle is in motion.

If the driveshaft separates, the vehicle may lose drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be alert to any sudden loss of power while driving.

Mercedes-Benz USA will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, including the flange, at no cost. Owners can also contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2019090018. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V457Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
Risk
If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
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.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz AMG GT20162017