Mercedes-Benz recalls AMG and GLC vehicles

The Electronic Stability Program software may be programmed incorrectly

07/20/2020

James Limbach Reporter

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) is recalling 5,039 model year 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and model year 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles.

An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately.

Improper ESP reaction to a driving situation may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin August 28, 2020.

Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at (800) 367-6372.

James Limbach

A Washington, D.C., reporter for more than 30 years, Jim Limbach covers the federal agencies for ConsumerAffairs. Previously, he was a reporter and news anchor for Associated Press Broadcast Services, where he covered business and consumer news as well as space shots and other major spot news events.

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