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2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 and Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic recall: software

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on October 14, 2015. It covers about 3,177 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,177
reported
Oct 14, 2015
owners notified
Dec 2, 2015
related complaints
1

Electrical system: software

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 S63 AMG sedans and 2015-2016 S63 AMG 4Matic sedans and coupes manufactured May 14, 2013, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a traffic light.
Risk
The vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the ECO-Start-function. However, the engine will not restart automatically after releasing the brake pedal, immobilizing the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON DECEMBER 2, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

Recall number 15V652000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S632015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic

Questions about recall 15V652000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 and Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4matic software?

Yes. Recall 15V652000, reported on October 14, 2015, covers about 3,177 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V652000?

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON DECEMBER 2, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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