NHTSA Recall 21V478000: Driveshaft (power train)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,522 vehicles. It affects 2016–2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V478000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021090008 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT |
| Report received | June 25, 2021 |
| Owner notification | October 15, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2018 AMG GT vehicles. The bonding between the carbon-fiber driveshaft and the flange may be insufficient, which could result in driveshaft separation.
Safety risk
A separated driveshaft may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the carbon-fiber driveshaft, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021090008.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V478000
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.