Recall 16V603000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Defect in 2016-2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C300

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RECALL This recall affects up to 62 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 16V603000
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles Affected 62
Component ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016 GLC 300 SUV, GLC 300 4Matic SUV, C300 Sedan and C300 4Matic vehicles manufactured February 8, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) control unit that may have been damaged before being installed.

Safety Consequence

A damaged ESP control unit may inadvertently activate the stability control altering the vehicle's path. Additionally, the electronic parking brake may not function. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ESP Hydraulic control units, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in October 2016. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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