Mercedes-Benz recall: An electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
An electrical contacting inside the engine control unit might not meet the specification
The fix
Replace the engine control unit on the affected vehicles
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Class | 11 Dec 2019 | 9 Jan 2020 | 37 |
| A Class | 11 Dec 2019 | 9 Jan 2020 | 37 |
| GLC | 11 Dec 2019 | 9 Jan 2020 | 37 |
| CLA | 11 Dec 2019 | 9 Jan 2020 | 37 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 27 October 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.