Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #16V603000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V603000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 glc 300 suv, glc 300 4matic suv, c300 sedan and c300 4matic vehicles manufactured february 8, 2016, to may 18, 2016 Includes 62 affected units, Damaged Electronic Stability Control Unit, component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 glc 300 suv, glc 300 4matic suv, c300 sedan and c300 4matic vehicles manufactured february 8, 2016, to may 18, 2016

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 glc 300 suv, glc 300 4matic suv, c300 sedan and c300 4matic vehicles manufactured february 8, 2016, to may 18, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with an electronic stability program (esp) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the esp hydraulic control units, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in october 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V603000
Report Received Date: 2016-08-16T00:00:00
Subject: Damaged electronic stability control unit
Component: Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Potentially Affected Units: 62

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2016090002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2016 glc 300 suv, glc 300 4matic suv, c300 sedan and c300 4matic vehicles manufactured february 8, 2016, to may 18, 2016. the affected vehicles may be equipped with an electronic stability program (esp) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.
Consequence Summary: A damaged esp control unit may inadvertently activate the stability control altering the vehicle's path. additionally, the electronic parking brake may not function. either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the esp hydraulic control units, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in october 2016. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.55

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NHTSA ID: 16V603000
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