2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, Mercedes-Benz S 450 and others recall: steering assist
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall on December 19, 2018. It covers about 5,754 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,754
- reported
- Dec 19, 2018
- owners notified
- May 13, 2019
- related complaints
- 3
Lane departure: lane keep: steering assist
- What is wrong
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 AMG S63 4MATIC coupe, AMG S63 4MATIC sedan, AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet, S450 4MATIC sedan, S560 4MATIC coupe, S560 4MATIC sedan, and Maybach S560 4MATIC vehicles. Due to an incorrect steering boot installation, the Active Steering Assist system may remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the steering boot installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040025.
Recall number 18V908000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about driver assistance problems.
Questions about recall 18V908000
Is there a recall on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, Mercedes-Benz S 450 and others steering assist?
Yes. Recall 18V908000, reported on December 19, 2018, covers about 5,754 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V908000?
MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and correct the steering boot installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 13, 2019. Owners may contact Mercedes Benz customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019040025.
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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