Cruise control may not disengage
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
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 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2017110012.
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FAQ: Recall 17V713000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V713000?
NHTSA recall 17V713000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on November 14, 2017. It addresses: Cruise control may not disengage. The recall affects approximately 8,043 vehicles, with the defect involving the Forward Collision Avoidance component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 17V713000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2017110012. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.