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🧸 Product DE DK FI GR IE THE NETHERLANDS NO PT SE SK GB June 17, 2016

Mercedes-Benz — SLC, SLK

Risk level
Serious risk
Type
Injuries
Category
Motor vehicles
Hazard
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 vehi
Origin
Germany
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117 days in total
May 17, 2026 September 11, 2026
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What is this? This is a safety notice about some Mercedes-Benz cars. A small part called a nut may not be tight enough on the rear wheel.

What's happening? The nuts might come loose over time. This could make the car harder to control.

Does this affect me? If you own one of these cars, your rear wheel might be at risk.

What should I do? Take your car to a Mercedes dealer right away. Ask your mechanic if you are unsure.

🤖 This plain-language summary is automatically generated from the official agency notice using AI. It is for general information only — not medical advice. For decisions about your health, always consult a pharmacist or doctor and read the official source linked below.

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Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: 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 vehi · Origin: Germany

First published
June 17, 2016
Last refreshed by us
3 months ago
Severity (as classified)
High
Official source
https://ec.europa.eu/safety-gate-alerts/screen/webReport/alertDetail/210975

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Mercedes-Benz — SLC, SLK. Risk level: Serious risk · Type: Injuries · Category: Motor vehicles · Hazard: 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...
When was this alert issued?
This alert was issued on June 17, 2016 by EU Safety Gate.
Which countries are affected?
The alert applies to the following countries: Germany, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Ireland, THE NETHERLANDS, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Slovakia, and United Kingdom.
How serious is this alert?
Serious risk. A serious risk means the product or medicine can cause significant harm. Treat the alert as urgent.
What should I do?
If you have this product at home, stop using it and return it to the point of purchase for a refund. Keep the receipt if you have one — most retailers refund without it for safety recalls.
Where can I find the official notice?
The full official notice is published on ec.europa.eu.

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