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Mercedes-Benz bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.

NHTSA campaign 24V-862 · Reported November 15, 2024 · 3 vehicles affected

AFFECTED MODELS
Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class and S-Class
VEHICLES AFFECTED
3
REMEDY
Dealers will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge.
COST
Free

The short version

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported a problem with the driveline differential unit. Here is what owners need to know.

WHAT

The bolts that secure the rear axle differential to the rear axle carrier may come loose, which can result in a separation of the drive shaft from the rear axle differential.

WHY IT MATTERS

Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

WHAT TO DO

Take it to a dealer — they will repair the rear axle differential bolt connection as necessary, free of charge.

Affected vehicles

These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 24V-862.

YEAR RANGEMODEL
2024Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class
2024Mercedes-Benz S-Class

What changed

Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.

  1. Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST

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