Software Error in Exit Warning System

Recall Information

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
NHTSA ID 23V574000
Report Received Date 8/11/2023
Component ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicles Affected 880
Completion Rate 95.57%
Recall Category Vehicle
Software Recall Yes
OTA Update No

Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 E450, E350, AMG E63 S, AMG E53, CLS450, AMG GT53, and AMG GT43 vehicles. Due to a software error, the exit warning system audio and visual warnings may fail to alert occupants about approaching vehicles.

Issue

Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Consequence Summary

Failure to alert occupants of an approaching vehicle can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the exit warning system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080005.

More Information

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V574000

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