NHTSA Recall 16V306000: Suspension: rear
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 327 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V306000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2016050008 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | May 16, 2016 |
| Owner notification | June 24, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016 to April 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear wheel alignment may change and the rear axle may steer independently.
Safety risk
A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
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 16V306000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz SLK300 | 2016 |
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.