Mercedes-Benz USA – Engine may Shut Down due to ECU Software

Mercedes-Benz USA. (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLE450 AMG 4Matic Coupe vehicles manufactured December 10, 2014, to June 6, 2016. An error within the engine control unit (ECU) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the ECO start/stop function.


Report Received Date 06/15/2016
NHTSA ID 16V440000
Consequence Summary If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. The recall began August 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 5826
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V440000)

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