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Passenger cars (Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GT S) - Repair
Official notice
1 Nov 2022
Last checked
27 Oct 2026
An official CAA Japan notice concerns Passenger cars (Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG GT S) - Repair. Power transmission system (propeller shaft) defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Power transmission system (propeller shaft). ■ Details and cause of the structure, equipment, or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: Improper bonding of the carbon propeller shaft to the metal flange has resulted in some joints having insufficient adhesive strength. As a result, engine torque may separate the bond between the propeller shaft and flange, preventing power transmission from the engine to the transmission and, in the worst case, leaving the vehicle unable to be driven. Published 2022-11-01.
What to do now
(Recall notification number) 外-3500. ■ Corrective measures: On all vehicles, inspect the propeller shaft part number and replace the shaft with a modified part if replacement is necessary.
Units affected
371
Recall number
外-3500
Official notice
2022-11-01
The hazard
The hazard
Power transmission system (propeller shaft) defect. ■ Defective component (part name): Power transmission system (propeller shaft). ■ Details and cause of the structure, equipment, or performance deemed noncompliant with standards: Improper bonding of the carbon propeller shaft to the metal flange has resulted in some joints having insufficient adhesive strength. As a result, engine torque may separate the bond between the propeller shaft and flange, preventing power transmission from the engine to the transmission and, in the worst case, leaving the vehicle unable to be driven.
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Brand: Mercedes-Benz. Contact: メルセデス・ベンツ日本株式会社. Phone 0120-086-880.
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