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
makesAndModelsmodel 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.