Mercedes-Benz E Class Recall R/2026/201: Coolant Pump Control Software, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 23 Jun 2026
- Launched
- 1
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2605 / 0797103
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled E Class vehicles built between 30 May 2017 and 30 May 2017. Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) C-Class (205 platform) E-Class (213 platform) S-Class (223 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles with diesel engine the vacuum‑controlled coolant pump might exhibit a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit. The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) C-Class (205 platform) E-Class (213 platform) S-Class (223 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles with diesel engine the vacuum‑controlled coolant pump might exhibit a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Coolant pump control software Defect: Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain GLE/GLS (167 platform) C-Class (205 platform) E-Class (213 platform) S-Class (223 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles with diesel engine the vacuum‑controlled coolant pump might exhibit a leakage between the vacuum system and the coolant circuit. Remedy: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: coolant pump control software.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will update the software of the coolant pump and replace the electrical switch valve on the affected vehicles. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
E Class built between 30 May 2017 and 30 May 2017 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 1 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?
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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 SRPC2605 / 0797103 or the DVSA reference R/2026/201. 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?.
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This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2026/221 on 19 Jun 2026, for rear seat belt bolting. The one launched after it was R/2026/315 on 25 Aug 2026, for electric drive unit power electronics. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and software recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/201, launched 23 June 2026. 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.