Model year 2016-2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GTS vehicles recalled

The driveshaft may separate while the vehicle is in motion

07/24/2019

James Limbach Reporter

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling 659 model year 2016-2017 AMG GTS vehicles.

The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.

Separation of the driveshaft could result in a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 13, 2019.

Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at (800) 367-6372.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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