Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC, AMG S63: Electrical system — software

Affects Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 4MATIC, AMG S63 · 2014–2016 — about 3K vehicles.

The hazard

The vehicle stall may be interpreted by the driver to be a planned shut-down as part of the ECO-Start-function. However, the engine will not restart automatically after releasing the brake pedal, immobilizing the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall BEGAN ON DECEMBER 2, 2015. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mercedes-Benz's number for this recall is 2015100003.

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