NHTSA Recall 15V655000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,618 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz B 250E.
| NHTSA campaign | 15V655000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2015100005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | October 14, 2015 |
| Owner notification | December 2, 2015 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 B-Class Electric Drive vehicles manufactured November 21, 2013, to May 26, 2015. Due to a communication error within the electric drive system, the electric powertrain unit may shut down, temporarily immobilizing the vehicle and resulting in a loss of propulsion power.
Safety risk
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the electric drive system software, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 15V655000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.