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2014-2015 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric and Mercedes-Benz B 250E recall: traction battery

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on October 14, 2015. It covers about 2,618 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,618
reported
Oct 14, 2015
owners notified
Dec 2, 2015
related complaints
13

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
Risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 15V655000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 15V655000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2015 Mercedes Benz B-Class Electric and Mercedes-Benz B 250E traction battery?

Yes. Recall 15V655000, reported on October 14, 2015, covers about 2,618 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V655000?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

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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