Mercedes-Benz E Class: Powertrain

Affects Mercedes-Benz E Class · 2017 — about 8 vehicles.

The hazard

On certain vehicles, the column-mounted shift lever module could become inoperative due to internal circuit board damage. If this occurs while the vehicle is stationary, the vehicle might not be able to move forward or backward as selected by the driver with the shift lever. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the steering column module.

What to do

Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational