NHTSA Recall 16V440000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V440000; Date: Jun. 15, 2016
If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Mercedes-benz GLE450
Component: Electrical System: Software
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 5,826
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 gle450 amg 4matic coupe vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 6, 2016. An error within the engine control unit (ecu) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the eco start/stop function.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the ecu software, free of charge. The recall began August 2016. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 18, 2016
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