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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 17V654000

2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 — Power train: axle assembly

Published October 18, 2017 · Recall initiated: October 16, 2017

Summary

NHTSA records recall 17V654000, published October 18, 2017 and initiated October 16, 2017. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 — Power train: axle assembly.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Model
AMG C63
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Lot
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG C63 | 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG C63 | 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG C63
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2016 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2017 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 | 2015 Mercedes-Benz Amg C63 — Power train: axle assembly recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V654000 on October 18, 2017. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: AMG C63.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)