Transport CanadaHigh Risk
2016 MERCEDES-BENZ G CLASSTransport Canada Recall #2017554
The official notice
Defect
On certain vehicles equipped with the Distronic Plus radar brake assist, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may malfunction. This could result in increased brake force application being required, which could increase stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.
Safety Risk
No risk description available.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ESP control unit with new software.
1,009 vehicles affectedUpdated June 10, 2026