Driveline: driveshaftRecall 21V-478 · 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 21V-478 covers 1,522 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT for a driveline: driveshaft problem, reported to NHTSA on June 25, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q3) shows 73% of affected vehicles repaired.

73%
Vehicles repaired1,116 of 1,522 · 2024 Q3
Vehicles affected1,5221 model
ReportedJun 25, 2021Owners notified Oct 15, 2021
Complaints since4Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 21V478000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

The risk

A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

The fix

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.

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

73%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2021 Q42024 Q3
1 model

Vehicles in this recall