MERCEDES BENZ AMG EQS53 2022: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V467000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG EQS53 2022
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-08-24 2022-07-01 2022-07-06

Production Dates: 2021-02-24 - 2022-02-21

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2020070019/20

Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2526

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450, EQS 580 and AMG EQS53 vehicles. The front or rear bumper tow ring assembly may have insufficient thread depth, which can result in the tow ring detaching from the vehicle.

Consequence

A tow ring that detaches during vehicle transport or loading can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the tow ring assembly thread, as necessary, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed August 24, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070019/20.

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.