Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V908000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V908000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 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 Includes 5,754 affected units, Active Steering Assist System May Remain Engaged, component: LANE DEPARTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2018 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
Defect 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.
Corrective Action
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.