Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V652000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V652000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2014 s63 amg sedans and 2015-2016 s63 amg 4matic sedans and coupes manufactured may 14, 2013, to september 18, 2015 Includes 3,177 affected units, Engine Stall due to Engine Control Unit Software, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2014 s63 amg sedans and 2015-2016 s63 amg 4matic sedans and coupes manufactured may 14, 2013, to september 18, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa llc (mercedes-benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 s63 amg sedans and 2015-2016 s63 amg 4matic sedans and coupes manufactured may 14, 2013, to september 18, 2015. in the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a traffic light.

Corrective Action

Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2015. owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes-benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V652000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-10-14T00:00:00
Subject: Engine stall due to engine control unit software
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 3,177

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015100003
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa llc (mercedes-benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 s63 amg sedans and 2015-2016 s63 amg 4matic sedans and coupes manufactured may 14, 2013, to september 18, 2015. in the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a traffic light.
Consequence Summary: The vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the eco-start-function. however, the engine will not restart automatically after releasing the brake pedal, immobilizing the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mercedes-benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2015. owners may contact mercedes-benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes-benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 92.95

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NHTSA ID: 15V652000
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