Mercedes Benz SLK recall: Electrical fault could allow vehicle to roll away when left parked
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On certain vehicles fitted with 9 speed transmission the back up battery may not connect during main battery failure. This may prevent selection of Park on the transmission or operation of the electronic parking brake.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles adapt harness to manufacturer's specification and recode the system.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On certain vehicles fitted with 9 speed transmission the back up battery may not connect during main battery failure. This may prevent selection of Park on the transmission or operation of the electronic parking brake.
The fix
On affected vehicles adapt harness to manufacturer's specification and recode the system.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLK | 1 Feb 2015 | 30 Sep 2015 | 717 |
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 9 May 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.