Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe, and 2017 AMG GLE43 vehicles. The engine control unit and transmission control unit software may have compatibility conflicts and cause the engine to shut-down while the driver brakes to a stop, or accelerates following an ECO start.
Mercedes-Benz USA – ECU Software May Cause Engine Shut Down
| Report Received Date | 08/14/2017 |
| NHTSA ID | 17V506000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the engine shuts down, there is increased the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine and transmission control unit software, free of charge. The recall begin September 18, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. |
| Recall Code | 2017090005 |
| Potentially Affected | 12322 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V506000) |
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