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2018-2019 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 6,200 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,200
reported
Dec 19, 2018
owners notified
May 13, 2019
related complaints
2

Lane departure: lane keep: steering assist

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.
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
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.

Recall number 18V910000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about driver assistance problems.

2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG S632019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S632018 Mercedes-Benz S 4502019 Mercedes-Benz S 4502018 Mercedes-Benz S5602019 Mercedes-Benz S560

Questions about recall 18V910000

Is there a recall on the 2018-2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG S63, Mercedes-Benz S 450 and others steering assist?

Yes. Recall 18V910000, reported on December 19, 2018, covers about 6,200 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V910000?

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.

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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