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NHTSA : 18V457000🔴 ⚠️ High severity

Campaign Details

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2017 Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with the incorrect reverse speed limitation software. While in reverse, any abrupt changes in steering while exceeding 16 MPH may cause the vehicle to become unstable.

Consequence / Hazard

An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury.

Proposed Solution

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

🚗 Affected Vehicles1

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.