2016 MERCEDES SLK300 RECALL - #16V306000
RECALL FOR SUSPENSION : REAR
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.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2016 MERCEDES SLK300 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Manufactured between |
1/19/2016 - 4/19/2016 |
| Recalled on |
5/16/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Owners Notified on |
6/24/2016 |
| # Affected |
327 |
| Recalled for |
SUSPENSION:REAR |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2016 MERCEDES SLK300 Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
2016 MERCEDES SLK300 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING
2016 MERCEDES SLK300 Recall for COMMUNICATION
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