2019 Mercedes-Benz Cls 450, C 300, E 450 and more recall: Electrical system: software
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V761000
- Reported
- October 29, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Electrical system: software
- Vehicles affected
- About 119
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4Matic, C300 4Matic Cabrio, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 Coupe, C300 Cabrio, C43 AMG, C43 AMG Cabrio, C43 AMG Coupe, CLS450, CLS450 4Matic, CLS53 AMG 4Matic, E53 AMG 4Matic, E450 4Matic, E450 4Matic Coupe, E53 AMG 4Matic Coupe, G550, and G63 AMG vehicles. The Central Powertrain Controller (CPC) control unit could reset while driving, possibly causing an engine stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the CPC control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030012.
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 Amg C43 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Amg CLS53 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Amg E53 (2019); Mercedes-Benz C 300 (2019); Mercedes-Benz Cls 450 (2019); Mercedes-Benz E 450 (2019); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the CPC control unit software, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019030012.
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.