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- POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 SL450, SL63 AMG, and SL550 vehicles. Over time, the bolt connection at the front-left mounting point on the rear axle carrier casting may fail, possibly affecting the vehicle's handling.
- Risk
- Unexpected changes in the vehicle's handling can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front-left mounting point of the rear axle carrier. If a defect in the bolt connection of the rear axle carrier is found, MBUSA will contact the owner and offer a repurchase of the vehicle. The recall began November 22, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019100018.
- 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
Over time, the bolt connection at the front-left mounting point of the rear axle carrier may fail. If this happens, the vehicle's handling can change unexpectedly, which raises the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the front-left mounting point of the rear axle carrier at no cost to you. If a defect in the bolt connection is found, Mercedes-Benz USA will contact you and offer to repurchase the vehicle. Owners can also contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2019100018. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG SL63 | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz SL 450 | 2019 |
| Mercedes-Benz SL 550 | 2019 |