Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than towing it away.
For towing, use a tow rope or tow bar with both axles on the ground. Do not use tow bar systems.
Vehicle equipment/towing method | Both axles on the ground | Front axle raised | Rear axle raised |
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Plug-in hybrid vehicles | Yes, maximum 50 km at 50 km/h | Yes, maximum 50 km at 50 km/h | Yes, maximum 50 km at 50 km/h The steering wheel must be fixed in the centre position with a steering wheel lock. |
the multifunction display is not working
or
the Towing not permitted See Owner's Manual display message appears
Exception: if the vehicle is located in a danger zone, it can be recovered from the danger zone despite the display message or the display not working.
It must not be towed further than 50 m with both axles on the ground. A towing speed of 10 km/h must not be exceeded. Beyond these limits, only transporting is permitted.