2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 recall: wiring
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on April 13, 2016. It covers about 223 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 223
- reported
- Apr 13, 2016
- owners notified
- May 9, 2016
Electrical system: wiring
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 SLK300 vehicles manufactured June 2, 2015 to July 14, 2015 and equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The backup power supply for the ignition switch in the affected vehicles may not have been properly connected. As a result, if the vehicle is being driven and there is a loss of power from the main vehicle battery, the transmission cannot be shifted to "Park" nor can the electric parking brake be applied.
- Risk
- In this situation, without the backup power supply, the only way to keep the vehicle from moving is to press the brake pedal. As soon as the driver attempts to exit the vehicle, the vehicle may roll, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ignition switch wiring and perform a software update, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.
Recall number 16V211000
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz SLK300 2016 2016
Questions about recall 16V211000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz SLK300 wiring?
Yes. Recall 16V211000, reported on April 13, 2016, covers about 223 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V211000?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the ignition switch wiring and perform a software update, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2016. 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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