NHTSA recall campaign
15V655000
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.Reported2015-10-14Affected2,618 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
Risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →