NHTSA recall 16V335000
Power train › Clutch assembly
Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45
Reported May 23, 20161 vehicles affectedMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Built Nov 10, 2015 – Nov 10, 2015
The defect
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.
The risk
A sudden loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the dual clutch, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.