NHTSA Recall 23V851000: Differential unit (power train)
Do not drive Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 590 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG G63.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V851000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2024040012/050005 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DIFFERENTIAL UNIT |
| Report received | December 15, 2023 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 AMG G63 special edition 4x4² (squared) vehicles. The rear axle differential housing may develop cracks, possibly resulting in oil leaking onto the roadway or axle failure.
Safety risk
Oil leaking onto the roadway may cause a road hazard for following traffic. Rear axle failure can result in a sudden loss of handling or drive power. Either of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Towing to an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer may be necessary. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, August 23, 2024, and September 25, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040012/050005. This recall expands and replaces previous recall number 22V-937. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 22V-937 will need to have the new remedy completed.
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 23V851000
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.