Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe
— Recall Campaign #17V506000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe, and 2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles. The engine control unit and transmission control unit software may have compatibility conflicts and cause the engine to shut-down while the driver brakes to a stop, or accelerates following an ECO start.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 12,322 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
17V506000
| Manufacturer: | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 14, 2017 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 17V506000 |
| Units affected: | 12,322 |
- Description:
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe, and 2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles. The engine control unit and transmission control unit software may have compatibility conflicts and cause the engine to shut-down while the driver brakes to a stop, or accelerates following an ECO start.
- Consequeces:
- If the engine shuts down, there is increased the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission control unit software, free of charge. The recall begin September 18, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.
- 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.