NHTSA Recall 16V603000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V603000; Date: Aug. 16, 2016
A damaged esp control unit may inadvertently activate the stability control altering the vehicle's path. Additionally, the electronic parking brake may not function. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Mercedes Benz C300; 2016 Mercedes Benz GLC300
Component: Electronic Stability Control
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 62
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 glc 300 SUV, glc 300 4matic SUV, c300 sedan and c300 4matic vehicles manufactured February 8, 2016, to may 18, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an electronic stability program (esp) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the esp hydraulic control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 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: Oct 11, 2016
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