2018 MERCEDES-MAYBACH S 560 4MATIC; 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG S63; 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S 450; 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S560
Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.
Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling certain 2018 AMG S63 4MATIC coupe, AMG S63 4MATIC sedan, AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet, S450 4MATIC sedan, S560 4MATIC coupe, S560 4MATIC sedan, and Maybach S560 4MATIC vehicles due to an incorrect steering boot installation. The issue can cause the Active Steering Assist system to remain engaged even when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel for extended periods, which may increase the risk of a crash if the driver becomes inattentive.
Owners of affected vehicles should contact Mercedes-Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372 to arrange service. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the steering boot installation at no charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. MBUSA's recall number is 2019040025.
Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.
If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash.
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the steering boot installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040025.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG S63 4MATIC coupe, AMG S63 4MATIC sedan, AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet, S450 4MATIC sedan, S560 4MATIC coupe, S560 4MATIC sedan, and Maybach S560 4MATIC vehicles. Due to an incorrect steering boot installation, the Active Steering Assist system may remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
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