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Weekly Recalls: Alfa Romeo, Chevy/GMC, INFINITI, Lincoln Mercedes-Benz (5)

Written by CarPro | Apr 14, 2021 5:00:00 AM

ALFA ROMEO

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V221000
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Components: AIR BAGS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,222

Summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. An improperly crimped clamp may allow the side curtain air bag cushion and inflator to separate, causing an incomplete deployment or preventing the deployment of the air bag.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag inflatable curtain assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 19, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler�s number for this recall is Y15.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report


CHEVY/GMC TRUCKS

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000
Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Components: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 60,678

Summary

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The power steering assist may be lost due to a poor electrical connection within the steering gear assembly.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace steering gear torque sensor cover assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 10, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM�s number for this recall is N202325410.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report


INFINITI

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V234000
Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,943

Summary

Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2021 INFINITI Q50 and Q60 vehicles. After detecting rapid acceleration, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may incorrectly reduce engine power and reduce fuel supply to the engine.

Remedy

INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ECM software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI�s number for this recall is R20C5.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report


LINCOLN

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V223000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 34,952

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The image processing module may be unable to provide video feed to the display, which could result in a loss of the backup camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the image processing module software with the latest level, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 19, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford�s number for this recall is 21C09.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report


MERCEDES-BENZ (5)

#1

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V217000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number of Units Affected: 493

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2021 E63S AMG, E63S AMG Wagon, 2019-2021 AMG GT63 4-door, and AMG GT63S 4-door vehicles. The starter motor positive cable may not have been installed correctly, potentially allowing the power supply harness wires to chafe.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, correct the screw connections and position of the positive cable, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report

#2

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V229000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components: STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4,992

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 B250e, CLA250, 2017-2018 AMG CLA45, GLA250, and AMG GLA45 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the steering shaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2021. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report

#3

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V230000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components: SEATS, AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,327

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 C-Class, E-Class, E-Class Coupe and Convertible, GLC, CLS, AMG GT 4-door Coupe and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA�s recall report for specific vehicle model details. A faulty electrical contact within the seat position switch may prevent the driver and passenger air bags and seat belt force limiters from properly activating during a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat position switches, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report

#4

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V231000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 5,215

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB35 AMG, and 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to detach.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report

#5

NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V232000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Components: STRUCTURE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,362

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow them to detach.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372..

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Defect Notice 573 Report

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