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Recall 15V-655

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2014 to 2015 Mercedes-Benz B 250E and 1 other model: Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery).

At a glance

Campaign number
15V-655
Reported
October 14, 2015
Vehicles affected
2,618 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

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.

The risk

A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles