Mercedes-Benz in these vehicles, the electronic stability control (ESC) system software may incorrectly keep the brakes slightly applied.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the electronic stability control (esc). Here is what owners need to know.
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.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 17V-308.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2016–2017 | Mercedes-Benz SLC-Class |
| 2015–2016 | Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class |
What changed
Newest first. The record shows both when the recall began and what has changed since.
- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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