Recall 15V652000: 2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, 2015–2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Oct 14, 2015
Vehicles affected
3,177
Models
2
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (Mercedes-Benz) is recalling certain model year 2014 S63 AMG sedans and 2015-2016 S63 AMG 4Matic sedans and coupes manufactured May 14, 2013, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, due to a software error within the engine control unit, the vehicle may stall when coasting to a stop, such as at a traffic light.

The risk

The vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the ECO-Start-function. However, the engine will not restart automatically after releasing the brake pedal, immobilizing the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON DECEMBER 2, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

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.

Affected vehicles

  • 2014 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63
  • 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC

Details

NHTSA campaign
15V652000
Manufacturer campaign
2015100003
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Owner letters
Dec 2, 2015
Components
Electrical system:software (Electrical System); Fuel system, gasoline:delivery (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology