MERCEDES BENZ SLC300 2016: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V308000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ SLC300 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-06-09 2017-05-09 2017-05-12

Production Dates: 2015-03-09 - 2017-02-03

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5818

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2015 SLK 250, 2016 SLK 350, 2016-2017 SLC 300, and 2017 SLC 43 AMG vehicles. In these vehicles, the electronic stability control "ESC" system software may incorrectly keep the brakes slightly applied.

Consequence

If brake pads are constantly applied over long periods of driving, the brake components may heat up, affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the dragging brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the ESC system, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.