MERCEDES BENZ AMG S63 2018: LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V908000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG S63 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-05-13 2018-12-19 2019-01-30

Production Dates: 2018-02-07 - 2018-05-17

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2019040025

Component: LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5754

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

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.safercar.gov.