Recall 24V-704
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2021 to 2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling (engine, engine control module (ecu/ecm), software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V-704
- Reported
- September 20, 2024
- Vehicles affected
- 27,190 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
- Mercedes-Benz S 580 2021 to 2023
- Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC 2022