Recall 17V713000: 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65, 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz G550, 2016–2017 Mercedes-Benz G63

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Nov 14, 2017
Vehicles affected
8,043
Models
3
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application.

The risk

Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012.

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

  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65
  • 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz G550
  • 2017 Mercedes-Benz G550
  • 2016 Mercedes-Benz G63
  • 2017 Mercedes-Benz G63

Details

NHTSA campaign
17V713000
Manufacturer campaign
2017110012
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Owner letters
Dec 6, 2017
Components
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control (Driver Assistance & Safety Tech); Vehicle speed control:cruise control (Acceleration & Cruise Control)

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