Recall 22V167000: 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580, 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 +1 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date
Mar 18, 2022
Vehicles affected
9,156
Models
4
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. A software error may disable the rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights.

The risk

Disabled rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other driver's, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the rear signal software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040013.

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
22V167000
Manufacturer campaign
2022040013
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Owner letters
May 13, 2022
Components
Exterior lighting:back up lights (Lighting); Exterior lighting:hazard flashing warning lights (Lighting); Exterior lighting:turn signal (Lighting)

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