CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:COLUMN
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 4Matic and S500 4Matic vehicles. The electrical connector to the steering column module may not be secured properly, which can disable gear shifts and/or safety features including the electronic stability program, the driver's air bag, and turn signal indicators.
- Risk
- Disabled safety features or the inability to shift gears can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and reinstall the cover for the electrical connector, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 13, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040006.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2021 S-Class vehicles, the electrical connector to the steering column module may not be secured properly. If it is not, gear shifting and some safety features can be disabled, including the electronic stability program, the driver's air bag, and the turn signal indicators.
Disabled safety features or an inability to shift gears can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Owners should not wait to have this checked.
Authorized dealers will inspect the connector and reinstall its cover as necessary, free of charge. Owners who received a notification letter mailed May 13, 2022 can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S 580 | 2021 |