European Union A12/00620/20
Mercedes-Benz G-Class
The problem
The bolts in the transfer box may not meet the specifications and can fracture during driving. In such a case, the power transmission to the axles would be interrupted. In addition, broken fragments of the bolts could block the transfer box and thus the wheels, increasing the risk of an accident.Furthermore, the gear casing could be damaged and oil could leak onto the road, posing a risk to the following traffic.
Risk
Serious risk · Injuries · Germany
What owners should do
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 Manufacturer code 2890002.