Mercedes-benz Gla 250 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 16, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2015–2016 Mercedes-benz Gla 250, Slk300, Cla250

Recall number

15V662000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 857 units

Why it was recalled

Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 CLA250, CLA250 4Matic, GLA250, GLA250 4Matic, and 2016 SLK300 roadster vehicles manufactured July 17, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly cause engine damage.

What to do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge. Interim notices were mailed to owners on December 9, 2015. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100006.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.