The driveshaft in your AMG GT is a long rod that transmits power from your transmission to your wheels. In certain 2016-2018 models, the bond between the driveshaft and its connection point might not be strong enough.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft separates on the road, you could lose power to your wheels, making it harder to steer and brake. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the driveshaft and replace it if necessary, all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
The driveshaft in your vehicle is like a long rod that connects your engine to your wheels. It's made of carbon fiber, which can be strong, but in some 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT models, the bond between the driveshaft and the engine is weak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft breaks apart while you're driving, you'll lose power to your wheels and may struggle to control your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Mercedes-Benz dealer will replace the entire driveshaft, including the connection point, with a stronger version, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.
Original — Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.
Your vehicle's passenger air bag sensor might not work properly, which means the air bag might not turn on or off when it should.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag doesn't work correctly in a crash, you could get hurt because it might not deploy or deploy too late.
Free Fix
A Mercedes-Benz dealership will update the sensor software and possibly replace the passenger seat cushion at no cost to you, and you'll be notified when it's ready.
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Original — What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 AMG GT & AMG GT-C Roadster and 2018 AMG GT-S & GT Roadster vehicles equipped with AMG Performance Seats. The passenger occupant classification system (OCS) might not function properly, possibly causing the passenger frontal air bag to be incorrectly deactivated or incorrectly activated in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A passenger air bag that is incorrectly activated or deactivated in the event of a crash increases the risk of injury due to potential incorrect airbag deployment or non-deployment.
Original — Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, and if necessary, replace the passenger seat cushion, free of charge. Owners will be notified of the recall in January 2018 and they will receive a second letter when the parts become available, currently expected to be in February 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
Your vehicle's software may not accurately send your location to emergency services in case of a crash, due to a problem with the communication module.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, emergency responders might be sent to the wrong location, which could increase the risk of injury after a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a free update to the communication module software, either through a visit to a dealer or an over-the-air update, to ensure your vehicle can accurately send your location to emergency services.
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Original — What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 - 2021 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS-Class, SL-Class, B-Class, GLB-Class, GLC-Class, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to the Part 573 report for specific vehicle model details. The software design of the communication module may fail to communicate the correct vehicle location for the emergency call system (eCall) in the event of a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Failure of the eCall system may result in emergency responders being dispatched to the wrong location, increasing the risk of injury following a crash.
Original — Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and the communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-762-8267. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020025.
Your vehicle's emergency call system may send incorrect location information due to a software issue. This affects certain 2013-2017 Mercedes-Benz models.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, emergency responders may not arrive at your location quickly, which could increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Mercedes-Benz will update your vehicle's software for free, either remotely or at a dealership. They'll check the system and update it as needed, at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2013-2017 vehicles due to a software fault that may cause the date and time for the emergency call system (eCall) to differ from the actual date and time, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location. For a full list of the affected models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2019/RMISC-19V787-4620.pdf
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
MBUSA has initiated an Over the Air (OTA) remote update. MBUSA will also notify owners, and dealers will check software for a successful OTA or update the communication module software as needed, free of charge. The recall began December 23, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019120008.
