MERCEDES BENZ S63 AMG 2018: LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST
| Make : MERCEDES BENZ | Model : S63 AMG | Year : 2018 |
| Build Dates : 2017-02-07 - 2018-08-03 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V910000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2019-05-13 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-12-19 | Date Added to Database: 2019-01-30 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2019040024 | ||
| Component: LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 6200 | ||
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Summary:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. "Mercedes" is recalling certain 2018 S450 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC Coupe, S63 AMG 4MATIC Coupe, Maybach S560 4MATIC, S560 4MATIC, S63 AMG and S63 AMG 4MATIC Cabrio vehicles. The Hands-off-Detection system may malfunction, causing the Active Steering Assist system to remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time. |
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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. |
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Remedy:
Mercedes has notified owners, and dealers will update the software of the steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040024. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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