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2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 and Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 recall: electronic stability control (esc)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on August 16, 2016. It covers about 62 vehicles.

vehicles affected
62
reported
Aug 16, 2016
owners notified
Oct 11, 2016
related complaints
5

Electronic stability control (ESC)

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4Matic SUV, C300 Sedan and C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured February 8, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.
Risk
A damaged ESP control unit may inadvertently activate the stability control altering the vehicle's path. Additionally, the electronic parking brake may not function. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ESP Hydraulic control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372.

Recall number 16V603000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about driver assistance problems.

2016 Mercedes-Benz C3002016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300

Questions about recall 16V603000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 and Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 electronic stability control (esc)?

Yes. Recall 16V603000, reported on August 16, 2016, covers about 62 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V603000?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ESP Hydraulic control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 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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