NHTSA Recall 15V662000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 857 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz CLA250.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V662000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2015100006 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE |
| Report received | October 16, 2015 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V662000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.