2015 Mercedes-Benz B 250e | 2014 Mercedes-Benz B 250e — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
Published October 14, 2015 · Recall initiated: October 14, 2015
Summary
NHTSA records recall 15V655000, published October 14, 2015. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2015 Mercedes-Benz B 250e | 2014 Mercedes-Benz B 250e — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- B 250E
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E | 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ B 250E
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2015 Mercedes-Benz B 250e | 2014 Mercedes-Benz B 250e — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V655000 on October 14, 2015. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: B 250E.