Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

21V843000

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLCReported2021-10-29Affected8,669 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 and Maybach S580 vehicles. An engine control unit software error may cause a sudden engine stall, without the ability to restart the vehicle.

Risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

1 entry

  • MERCEDES-BENZ