MERCEDES BENZ SLK250 2015: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V308000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES BENZ | SLK250 | 2015 |
| 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
