Mercedes-Benz electrical resistor within the differential locking module may malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) while driving.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the electronic stability control (esc). Here is what owners need to know.
An electrical resistor within the differential locking module may malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) while driving.
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or anti-lock brakes may increase the risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the differential locking modules and replace them as necessary, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 20V-090.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2019–2020 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class |
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