Distronic software recall for 2016 G63
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Distronic software recall for 2016 G63
My 2016 g63 has an open software recall for distronic software update. There is also a software refresh for the transmission as well. Is there any downside to refresh the ECU, ESP and Transmission software as part of the recall? I am concerned the software may reduce exhaust sound or possibly alter the engine output.
Thanks!
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The software updates are
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2017110012
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2020030010
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2020110018
tcu is to address faster kick down shifting from 4th to 2nd
pass update is to help locate the car when stranded
i will get the car back later this week and let you know of any difference
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2017110012
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2020030010
OPEN CAMPAIGN 2020110018
tcu is to address faster kick down shifting from 4th to 2nd
pass update is to help locate the car when stranded
i will get the car back later this week and let you know of any difference
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The details of the recalsl can be found by clicking the links
https://static.oemdtc.com/Recall/17V...7V713-7430.pdf
https://mb.oemdtc.com/920/2020030010...s-benz-g-class
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/20...87793-9999.pdf
For distronic recall, the ESP software is updated to reduce engine power.
The transmission is shifting faster and smoother. Prior to the TCU software update, there is significant lag at the start.
Overall, It was a worthwhile recall I think. If you haven't done it, I'd go get it done. My friend has a gla250 that broke down in the middle of no where. MB could not pin point the car to call a tow truck. He eventually had to resort to call his own insurance instead. So the PASS recall can be helpful if you ever had to call MB Roadside. MB covers roadside even if you are out of warranty as long as you service the car at dealer .
https://static.oemdtc.com/Recall/17V...7V713-7430.pdf
https://mb.oemdtc.com/920/2020030010...s-benz-g-class
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/20...87793-9999.pdf
For distronic recall, the ESP software is updated to reduce engine power.
The transmission is shifting faster and smoother. Prior to the TCU software update, there is significant lag at the start.
Overall, It was a worthwhile recall I think. If you haven't done it, I'd go get it done. My friend has a gla250 that broke down in the middle of no where. MB could not pin point the car to call a tow truck. He eventually had to resort to call his own insurance instead. So the PASS recall can be helpful if you ever had to call MB Roadside. MB covers roadside even if you are out of warranty as long as you service the car at dealer .
Last edited by djantlive; Oct 17, 2024 at 05:10 PM.
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