NHTSA Recall 17V308000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V308000; Date: May. 9, 2017
If brake pads are constantly applied over long periods of driving, the brake components may heat up, affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the dragging brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Mercedes Benz Slc 43 Amg; 2016 Mercedes Benz SLC300; 2017 Mercedes Benz SLC300; 2015 Mercedes Benz SLK250; 2016 Mercedes Benz SLK350
Component: Electronic Stability Control
Manufactured by: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc.
Affected Units:: 5,818
Recall Summary:
Mercedes-benz USA, LLC (mbusa) is recalling certain 2015 slk 250, 2016 slk 350, 2016-2017 slc 300, and 2017 slc 43 amg vehicles. In these vehicles, the electronic stability control (esc) system software may incorrectly keep the brakes slightly applied.
How to Fix:
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the esc system, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. 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: Jun 9, 2017
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