Recalls for 2015 Mercedes Benz Cla250

DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Posted on: 2015-10-16
Description
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mercedes-benz) is recalling certain model year 2015 cla250, cla250 4matic, gla250, gla250 4matic, and 2016 slk300 roadster vehicles manufactured july 17, 2015, to august 31, 2015.  The affected vehicles have intake or exhaust camshafts whose welds may fail and possibly cause engine damage.  

Consequence
Engine damage may result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected camshafts, free of charge.  Interim notices were mailed to owners on december 9, 2015.  The recall began on december 23, 2015.  Owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372.  Mercedes-benz's number for this recall is 2015100006.

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.