2017 Mercedes-Benz E300 recall: Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V078000
- Reported
- February 8, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Power train: automatic transmission, control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
- Vehicles affected
- About 73
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 E300 and E300 4Matic vehicles. The affected vehicles may have a damaged steering column-mounted shift lever module. If the internal circuit board is damaged, moving the shift lever will not select a transmission gear.
Safety risk
If the vehicle does not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever, there is an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column-mounted shift lever module, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
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.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz E300 (2017). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the vehicle does not move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever, there is an increased risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering column-mounted shift lever module, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.