Recall 21V843000: 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 29, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 8,669
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 and Maybach S580 vehicles. An engine control unit software error may cause a sudden engine stall, without the ability to restart the vehicle.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V843000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2022010002
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Owner letters
- Jan 28, 2022
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology