2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 recall: software
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on June 15, 2016. It covers about 5,826 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,826
- reported
- Jun 15, 2016
- owners notified
- Jul 18, 2016
- related complaints
- 8
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 16V440000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 16V440000
Is there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 software?
Yes. Recall 16V440000, reported on June 15, 2016, covers about 5,826 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V440000?
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.
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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