Mercedes-Benz recall: The communication module may be deactivated
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The communication module may be deactivated
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The communication module may be deactivated
The fix
Carry out a check of the configuration of the communication module on affected vehicles and if necessary activate the communication module.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLA | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| GLA | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| B Class | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| B Class/gla/glb | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| GLC | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| C-class | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| A Class | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| Slk/slc | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| E-class | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| Gle/gls | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
| S-class | 3 May 2016 | 2 Jul 2020 | 24 |
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 30 March 2021. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.