SUNDOWNER S650 2018: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Make : SUNDOWNER Model : S650 Year : 2018
Build Dates : 2017-09-05 - 2017-12-14
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V407000
Date Owner's Notified: 2018-08-30 Date Received by ODI: 2018-06-15 Date Added to Database: 2018-06-20
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2018080001
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1701
Summary:
      Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S560 and S560 4Matic and Mercedes S450 4Matic, S450, S560, S560 4Matic, and S560 Coupe 4Matic vehicles. The electrical power bars inside the pre-fuse box in the trunk may not have been secured properly.
Consequence:
      If the power bars are not properly secured, it can cause higher electrical resistance increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, an intermittent contact between the power bars could lead to a loss of vehicle functions. The engine operation, the seat belt functions and the instrument cluster could be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash and injuries.
Remedy:
      MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080001.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.