NHTSA Campaign 23V200000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Issued by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Reported Mar 24, 2023 · 6 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Maybach S580 and S580 vehicles. The bulkhead that separates the engine compartment from the passenger compartment may not have been properly sealed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment. Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, disabling safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments (PreSafe system).
Consequence
Disabled safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the bulkhead front wall sealing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040009.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCEDES-BENZ | S 580 | 2021 | 6 |
| MERCEDES-MAYBACH | S 580 | 2021 | 6 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V200000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.