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Recall 22V-168

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2008 to 2009 Mercedes-Benz C300 and 7 other models: Engine and engine cooling (engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm), software); Electronic stability control (esc) (control module, software); Exterior lighting (lighting control module, software).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-168
Reported
March 18, 2022
Vehicles affected
22 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2010 E350, 2014 G550, 2008-2009 C300, 2008 C350, 2009 CLK550, 2007 SL550, SLK280, and 2008 SLK350 vehicles. Various control units may have been updated with incorrect software configuration during a service repair. This can result in various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions, including stability and traction control.

The risk

Various system failures, such as loss of drive power, reduced exterior lighting, or loss of dynamic control functions including stability and traction control, can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the software configuration on the affected control units, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040003.

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