Mercedes Benz Econic: Braking Performance May Be Affected

Recall Summary Three Mercedes-Benz Econic vehicles with extended chassis have been recalled because their Yaw sensors are installed in the wrong location. This misplacement could cause the electronic stability control (ESP) braking system to function incorrectly or fail to detect dangerous driving situations, increasing the risk of accidents. Affected vehicle owners should have the sensor location checked and repositioned if necessary.

Recalling firm

MERCEDES BENZ UK LIMITED

Product

Vehicles: MERCEDES BENZ ECONIC. Units affected: 3

Reason

Three vehicles have been built with extended chassis/wheel base. The Yaw sensor has been displaced to a spot which does not correspond to the specific location and position. It cannot be ruled out that undefined or incorrect brake intervention may occur in the event of ESP intervention. Additionally the sensor may not recognise critical situations. The above can lead to an increased risk of collision/incident. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the location of the Yaw sensor. Where necessary move the sensor to the prescribed position.

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2016-04-15

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/bf590c54-73a9-4c23-b063-0dbec5f229b7