Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V655000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V655000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2014-2015 b-class electric drive vehicles manufactured november 21, 2013, to may 26, 2015 Includes 2,618 affected units, Electric Powertrain Shut Down, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2014-2015 b-class electric drive vehicles manufactured november 21, 2013, to may 26, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 b-class electric drive vehicles manufactured november 21, 2013, to may 26, 2015. due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2015. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V655000
Report Received Date: 2015-10-14T00:00:00
Subject: Electric powertrain shut down
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 2,618

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015100005
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 b-class electric drive vehicles manufactured november 21, 2013, to may 26, 2015. due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
Consequence Summary: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2015. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.54

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