Defective Weld Between the Clutch Disk and Hub – 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA45

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NHTSA

16V335

SUMMARY:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2016 CLA45 AMG vehicle manufactured November 10, 2015.

This vehicle is equipped with a dual clutch transmission that may have a defective weld between the dual clutch disk and hub.

This weld may crack and result in a loss of power to the wheels, causing the vehicle to stop.

 

CONSEQUENCE:

A sudden loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.

 

REMEDY:

MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the dual clutch, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin in June 2016.

Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

 

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.

 

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