Recall 17V-713
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2016 to 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 and 2 other models: Forward collision avoidance (adaptive cruise control); Vehicle speed control (cruise control).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-713
- Reported
- November 14, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 8,043 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application.
The risk
Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012.
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
- Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 2016 to 2017
- Mercedes-Benz G 550 2016 to 2017
- Mercedes-Benz G63 2016 to 2017