MERCEDES-BENZ 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK300 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK300
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SLK300 vehicles due to suspension:rear issues. A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016 to April 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, improperly manufactured lock nuts may have been used on the rear wheel tie rod connection, and as a result, the rear wheel alignment may change and the rear axle may steer independently.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A change of the rear wheel alignment and independent steering of the rear axle may increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts on the rear tie rods, free of charge. The recall began on June 24, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2016050008.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026