Mercedes Benz Cla: Possibility Of Loss Of Drive

Recall Summary Mercedes-Benz is recalling approximately 11,670 CLA, A Class, and B Class vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the drive shaft and outer joint hub may separate, which in rare cases could cause the vehicle to stop. The steering and braking systems will continue to work if this happens. Mercedes-Benz will fix the affected vehicles by replacing the snap rings and outboard boots on both sides.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ CLA, MERCEDES BENZ A CLASS, MERCEDES BENZ B CLASS. Units affected: 11,670

Reason

The drive shaft and the hub of the outer joint may separate. In very rare cases it cannot be excluded that the vehicle stops. The steering and braking system remain fully available to the driver. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the snap ring both sides together with the respective outboard boots on the affected vehicles.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2015-07-14

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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