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VehicleDec 19, 20186,200 affected

Mercedes-Benz recall: Lane departure

What is 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.

What could happen

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.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
18V910000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Reported to NHTSA
Dec 19, 2018
Owners notified
May 13, 2019
Vehicles or items affected
6,200
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
Feb 7, 2017 to Aug 3, 2018
Part
Lane departure › Lane keep › Steering assist; Lane departure › Lane keep › Automatic steering; Steering › Electric power assist system
Maker's own recall number
2019040024

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.

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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.