Mercedes-Benz · SLC, SLK

Defective nuts may have been fitted to the track rod joint on the wheel bearing of the rear axle and might not maintain the requisite pre-tensioning force. Loosening of the joint may result in reduced control of the vehicle and an increased accident risk.

Published: 17 June 2016
Notifying authority: Germany
Catalog checked: 30 July 2026

What should you do?

Check the authority measure and original alert.

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: Unknown

Official source alert

Product identification

Safety Gate reference: A12/0738/16
Model: Type: 172; EC type approval: e1*2007/46*0548*10 ff.

Classification

Category: Motor vehicles
Risk type: Injuries
Country of origin: Germany

Product description

Passenger car.