Mercedes-benz E300 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 8, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2017 Mercedes-benz E300

Recall number

17V078000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 73 units

Why it was recalled

If the vehicle does not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever, there is an increased risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300 and E300 4Matic vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged steering column-mounted shift lever module. If the internal circuit board is damaged, moving the shift lever will not select a transmission gear.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column-mounted shift lever module, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.