Mercedes-Benz C Class AMG Recall R/2017/301: Axle Mounting May Break, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 21 Nov 2017
- Launched
- 1,511
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC1732
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled C Class AMG vehicles built between 1 June 2014 and 31 May 2016. Under extreme starting conditions (such as full throttle) on wet road surfaces AND with repeated short term rear wheel spin strong torque peaks in the powertrain may occur.This may cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles update the ESP and chassis control units. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Under extreme starting conditions (such as full throttle) on wet road surfaces AND with repeated short term rear wheel spin strong torque peaks in the powertrain may occur.This may cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: AXLE MOUNTING MAY BREAK Defect: Under extreme starting conditions (such as full throttle) on wet road surfaces AND with repeated short term rear wheel spin strong torque peaks in the powertrain may occur.This may cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive. Remedy: On affected vehicles update the ESP and chassis control units.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause an axle mounting flange to break and possible loss of drive.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles update the ESP and chassis control units.
Are You Affected?
C Class AMG built between 1 June 2014 and 31 May 2016 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 1,511 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 SRPC1732 or the DVSA reference R/2017/301. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G ClassWheel bolt variant | Book soon | R/2026/140 | |
| E ClassRouting of transmission wiring harness | Book soon | R/2025/534 | |
| SprinterWeld seam on rear axle brake mounting flange | Urgent | R/2025/428 | |
| A Class, CLAVariant of rear axle brake hose | Urgent | R/2025/131 | |
| Esprinter 907Check axle drive module of rear axle | Book soon | R/2025/079 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2017/299 on 21 Nov 2017, for seatbelt pretensioner may not operate. The one launched after it was R/2017/315 on 27 Nov 2017, for front and side plastic covers of the panoramic sunroof may not be bonded to specification. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, the Mercedes-Benz C Class recall history, all recalls launched in 2017 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2017/301, launched 21 November 2017. 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.