Mercedes-Benz error within the engine control unit (ECU) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the ECO start/stop function.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the electrical system software. Here is what owners need to know.
An error within the engine control unit (ECU) software may allow the engine to shut-down while the vehicle is braking, possibly confusing the driver into thinking the shut-down was planned due to the ECO start/stop function.
If the engine shuts down unintentionally, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 16V-440.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class |
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