Recall 17V-078: 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Feb 8, 2017, covering about 73 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-078
Report date
Feb 8, 2017
Vehicles affected
73
Owners notified
Mar 31, 2017

The problem

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.

The 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.

Notes

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V078000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz E3002017All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V-078?

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.

How is recall 17V-078 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.