Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V796000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V796000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2015 s550 hybrid vehicles manufactured april 24, 2015, to june 12, 2015 Includes 52 affected units, Onboard Charger Malfunction/Car may Shift to Park, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2015 s550 hybrid vehicles manufactured april 24, 2015, to june 12, 2015

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 s550 hybrid vehicles manufactured april 24, 2015, to june 12, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with a high voltage onboard charger that may not have been built to specification, and as a result, the charging function for an external charging cable might not function and the onboard charger may incorrectly detect a charging cable, even while the vehicle is being driven.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the onboard charger, free of charge. the recall began on january 27, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V796000
Report Received Date: 2015-11-24T00:00:00
Subject: Onboard charger malfunction/car may shift to park
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 52

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2015120002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2015 s550 hybrid vehicles manufactured april 24, 2015, to june 12, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with a high voltage onboard charger that may not have been built to specification, and as a result, the charging function for an external charging cable might not function and the onboard charger may incorrectly detect a charging cable, even while the vehicle is being driven.
Consequence Summary: If the charging cable is incorrectly detected and the vehicle is stopped or moving at a very slow speed, the vehicle may unexpectedly shift to park, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the onboard charger, free of charge. the recall began on january 27, 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 88.46

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NHTSA ID: 15V796000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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