Mercedes-Benz V Class recall: The engine control unit software needs to be updated
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Update the relevant control unit�s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Improve the vehicle emissions via software updates.
The fix
Update the relevant control unit�s software and if necessary replace the NOx sensors
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| V Class | 24 Nov 2014 | 2 Oct 2018 | 476 |
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 6 October 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.