MERCEDES BENZ S500 2021: STEERING:COLUMN

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V214000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ S500 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-05-13 2022-04-01 2022-04-04

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2022040006

Component: STEERING:COLUMN

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.