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NHTSA Recall 19V457000: Driveshaft (power train)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,002 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.

1,002
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (November 4)
NHTSA campaign19V457000
Manufacturer campaign2019090018
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT
Report receivedJune 14, 2019
Owner notificationNovember 4, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GTS and 2017 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the engine/transmission flange may be insufficient, causing the driveshaft to separate while in motion.

Safety risk

If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of drive, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the carbon-fiber draft shaft, including the flange, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019090018.

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 19V457000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT2016, 2017

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.