2018 Mercedes-Benz S 450, Mercedes-Benz S560 and others recall: electrical system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on June 15, 2018. It covers about 1,701 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 1,701
- reported
- Jun 15, 2018
- owners notified
- Aug 30, 2018
- related complaints
- 1
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S560 and S560 4Matic and Mercedes S450 4Matic, S450, S560, S560 4Matic, and S560 Coupe 4Matic vehicles. The electrical power bars inside the pre-fuse box in the trunk may not have been secured properly.
- Risk
- If the power bars are not properly secured, it can cause higher electrical resistance increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, an intermittent contact between the power bars could lead to a loss of vehicle functions. The engine operation, the seat belt functions and the instrument cluster could be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash and injuries.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080001.
Recall number 18V407000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.
2018 Mercedes-Benz S 4502018 Mercedes-Benz S5602018 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic2018 Mercedes-Maybach S 650
Questions about recall 18V407000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S 450, Mercedes-Benz S560 and others electrical system?
Yes. Recall 18V407000, reported on June 15, 2018, covers about 1,701 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V407000?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080001.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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