Mercedes-benz Vans Evito Bm447: Implausable Signals Of The Rotary Sensor Within The Electric Drive Can Occur At High Speeds

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 368 Vans Evito BM447 vehicles because a faulty rotary sensor in the electric drive can send incorrect signals at high speeds, potentially causing the power electronics to shut down and result in loss of propulsion. The issue will be fixed with a software update to the power electronics control unit. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES-BENZ VANS UK LTD

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES-BENZ VANS EVITO BM447. Units affected: 368

Reason

Implausible signals of the rotary sensor within the electric drive can lead to the deactivation of the power electronics of the drive unit resulting in a loss of propulsion. Remedy: Update the software of the power electronics control unit.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2020-09-03

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/4342b66b-ab6a-4187-aa78-c85d898d1197