Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
GLE450
Year
2016
Recall Campaign Number
16V440000
Component Description
Electrical System:Software
Effect Of Defect
If The Engine Shuts Down Unintentionally, There May Be An Increased Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
20141210
End Of Manufacture
20160606
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5826
Date Owners Notified
20160718
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20160615