Mercedes-benz Gle450 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 15, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2016 Mercedes-benz Gle450

Recall number

16V440000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,826 units

Why it was recalled

If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic Coupe vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 6, 2016. An error within the engine control unit (ECU) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the ECO start/stop function.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began August 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.