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NHTSARecalled Apr 11, 2017 · #17V247000

Engine may not Shut Off after a Crash

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2013 R320 4MATIC CDI vehicle equipped with a six-cylinder diesel engine. In the event of a crash where the primary communication pathway between the air bag control unit and the engine control unit is damaged, the supplementary communication pathway may not shut off the engine or fuel pump. If the engine and fuel pump after not shut off after a crash, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
Engine may not Shut Off after a Crash
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will update the engine control unit with new software, free of charge. The recall began by early June 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at1-800-367-6372.

View the official CPSC notice