Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM): software
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling: engine: engine control module (ECU/ECM): software
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 22
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2022-03-18
- Owners notified
- 2022-05-03
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been updated with incorrect software configuration during a service repair. This can result in various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions, including stability and traction control.
Safety risk
Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the software configuration on the affected control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040003.