Mercedes-Benz B Class Recall R/2015/231: Vehicle May Cut Out, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Dec 2015
- Launched
- 243
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC1518
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled B Class vehicles built between 25 September 2014 and 29 September 2015. In rare cases the propulsion control unit may send an incorrect message. The dealer will update software on affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
In rare cases the propulsion control unit may send an incorrect message. This may cause the electric power train to shut down. Power can be restored by the normal start sequence.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: VEHICLE MAY CUT OUT Defect: In rare cases the propulsion control unit may send an incorrect message. This may cause the electric power train to shut down. Power can be restored by the normal start sequence. Remedy: Update software on affected vehicles.
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the electric power train to shut down.
The Fix
The dealer will update software on affected vehicles. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
B Class built between 25 September 2014 and 29 September 2015 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 243 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
Choose the make and model so we can match recalls to your car.
What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC1518 or the DVSA reference R/2015/231. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Class, B Class, CLA, EQA and 3 moreBackup function of steering software | Urgent | R/2024/166 | |
| A Class, B ClassAffected vehicles have an engine control unit software that deviates from the local legal requirements | Low | R/2023/062 | |
| A Class, B ClassUpdate to improve emissions | Low | R/2021/399 | |
| A Class, B Class, B Class/gla/glb, C Class and 7 moreThe communication module may be deactivated | Low | R/2021/082 | |
| A Class, B Class, CLA, GLCAn electrical contact inside the engine control unit may not meet the specification | Low | R/2020/277 |
This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2015/202 on 1 Dec 2015, for seatbelt mechanism may malfunction. The one launched after it was R/2015/237 on 1 Dec 2015, for fire may occur. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and loss of power recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/231, launched 1 December 2015. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.