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2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 recall: axle assembly

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on October 16, 2017. It covers about 2,098 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,098
reported
Oct 16, 2017
owners notified
Nov 20, 2017
related complaints
3

Power train: axle assembly

What is wrong
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.

Recall number 17V654000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about transmission problems.

2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG C632016 Mercedes-Benz AMG C632017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63

Questions about recall 17V654000

Is there a recall on the 2015-2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C63 axle assembly?

Yes. Recall 17V654000, reported on October 16, 2017, covers about 2,098 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V654000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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