Recall 16V-440
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450: Electrical system (software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-440
- Reported
- June 15, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 5,826 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
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-[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]