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NHTSARecalled Aug 14, 2017 · #17V506000

ECU Software May Cause Engine Shut Down

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe, and 2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles. The engine control unit and transmission control unit software may have compatibility conflicts and cause the engine to shut-down while the driver brakes to a stop, or accelerates following an ECO start. If the engine shuts down, there is increased the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
  • ECU Software May Cause Engine Shut Down
  • 2017 AMG GLE43
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission control unit software, free of charge. The recall begin September 18, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

View the official CPSC notice