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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 18V910📅 Jan 30, 2019

2018–2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 & 2018–2019 Mercedes-Benz S 450 + 1 more recall: lane assist

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

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.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
18V910000
Manufacturer recall #
2019040024
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
6,200
Component
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING; LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST; STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Owner phone
1-800-367-6372
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 13, 2019
Built
Feb 7, 2017 – Aug 3, 2018
Recall started by
MFR
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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 18V910 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 18V910?

2018–2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63 & 2018–2019 Mercedes-Benz S 450 + 1 more. 6,200 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-367-6372.