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2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 recall: differential unit

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall on December 15, 2023. It covers about 590 vehicles.

vehicles affected
590
reported
Dec 15, 2023
owners notified
Jun 28, 2024
related complaints
1

Power train: driveline: differential unit

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG G63 special edition 4x4² (squared) vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Risk
Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Towing to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer may be necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, August 23, 2024, and September 25, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040012/050005. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 22V‑937. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V‑937 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall number 23V851000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about transmission problems.

Questions about recall 23V851000

Is there a recall on the 2022-2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 differential unit?

Yes. Recall 23V851000, reported on December 15, 2023, covers about 590 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V851000?

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Towing to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer may be necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, August 23, 2024, and September 25, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040012/050005. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 22V‑937. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V‑937 will need to have the new remedy completed.

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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