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2024 Mercedes-Benz E 350, E 450, Cle 300 and more recall: Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software

NHTSA campaign 24V-688 · September 13, 2024 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
24V688000
Reported
September 13, 2024
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Equipment: electrical, infotainment, software
Vehicles affected
About 2,025

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 CLE 300 Convertible, CLE 300 Coupe, CLE 450 Convertible, CLE 450 Coupe, E 350, E 450 Station Wagon, E 450, and AMG CLE 53 Coupe vehicles. A software error in the MBUX multimedia system may deactivate certain vehicle systems, including the cross-traffic alert that applies the brakes automatically in certain driving situations.

Safety risk

An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software and parking control unit settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. This is a phased recall, phase 1 owner letters will be mailed November 12, 2024, November 1, 2024, and January 14, 2025. 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 Amg CLE53 (2024); Mercedes-Benz Cle 300 (2024); Mercedes-Benz Cle 450 (2024); Mercedes-Benz E 350 (2024); Mercedes-Benz E 450 (2024). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An automatic emergency braking system that does not function as intended can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software and parking control unit settings, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2024. This is a phased recall, phase 1 owner letters will be mailed November 12, 2024, November 1, 2024, and January 14, 2025. 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.