Mercedes-Benz pulls back more than 144,000 cars in U.S. after Korean market instrument cluster problems.

May 10, 2026 - Mercedes-Benz has recalled over 144,000 vehicles due to instrument panel failures that could blank out while driving.

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Mercedes-Benz explains that the infotainment control unit is programmed to reset in specific scenarios to boost performance, yet this can lead to the instrument panel display going dark.

The company notes that such resets might happen during operation, resulting in a blank instrument cluster screen.

In August 2025, Mercedes introduced updated software for the instrument panel displays. However, complaints surged in Korea just three months later, prompting a recall there in December 2025.

Mercedes-Benz consulted with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in April 2026 regarding the Korean incidents. Regulators pointed out that similar cases had led other manufacturers to launch U.S. safety recalls.

Since 2023, Mercedes has fielded multiple warranty claims and customer reports about instrument panel malfunctions, though no accidents or injuries have been linked to the issue.

Recall notification letters are set to go out on June 26, 2026, after which dealerships will install the corrected infotainment control unit software.

Vehicle owners can contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 800-367-6372 for more details.