NHTSA Recall 16V335000: Clutch assembly (power train)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1 vehicles. It affects 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V335000 |
|---|---|
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | May 23, 2016 |
| Owner notification | August 11, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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.
Safety risk
A sudden loss of power can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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 16V335000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45 | 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.