Electrical system: softwareRecall 18V-457 · 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall 18V-457 covers 20 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 for a electrical system: software problem, reported to NHTSA on July 10, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2019 Q4) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 18V457000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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.
The risk
An unstable vehicle in reverse gear can lead to a vehicle rollover, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
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.
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 repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from September 6, 2016 to October 10, 2016. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.