Mercedes-Benz SLR Recall R/2007/066: Wheel Bolts May Become Loose, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Book soon
- How serious
- 30 Apr 2007
- Launched
- 6
- vehicles in the UK
- P092
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled SLR vehicles. Under extreme driving conditions single wheel bolts may become loose. The dealer will replace the front wheels and wheel bolts. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Under extreme driving conditions single wheel bolts may become loose.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: WHEEL BOLTS MAY BECOME LOOSE Defect: It has been identified that under extreme driving conditions single wheel bolts may become loose. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the front wheels and wheel bolts replaced.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: wheel bolts may become loose.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the front wheels and wheel bolts.
Are You Affected?
SLR may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 6 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code P092 or the DVSA reference R/2007/066. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLRWindshield may detach | Book soon | R/2008/154 | |
| G ClassWheel bolt variant | Book soon | R/2026/140 | |
| E ClassRouting of transmission wiring harness | Book soon | R/2025/534 | |
| V ClassFastening of steering wheel height adjustment | Urgent | R/2024/475 | |
| GLBSurface inner tyre side wall | Book soon | R/2024/441 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2010/178 on 11 Apr 2007, for directional control may be affected. The one launched after it was R/2010/172 on 17 May 2007, for vehicle may cut out. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2007.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/066, launched 30 April 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.