NHTSA Recall 17V713000: Adaptive cruise control (forward collision avoidance) and cruise control (vehicle speed control)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,043 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG G65.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V713000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2017110012 |
| Components | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CRUISE CONTROL |
| Report received | November 14, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 6, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016-2017 G550 4Matic, G63 AMG, and G65 AMG vehicles. A malfunction of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP), while Distronic Plus is engaged, may cause the engine to not reduce power, regardless of the vehicle's speed, driving situation or brake application.
Safety risk
Increased braking effort and/or shifting to neutral would be needed to stop the vehicle, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ESP control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2017110012.
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 17V713000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG G65 | 2016, 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz G550 | 2016, 2017 |
| Mercedes-Benz G63 | 2016, 2017 |
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.