Mercedes-Benz Recall of certain Mercedes-Maybach and S Class vehicles

July 16, 2018 Motor Sports NewsWire Luxury cars, OEM Automotive, Recall Comments Off on Mercedes-Benz Recall of certain Mercedes-Maybach and S Class vehicles
2018 Mercedes-Benz S Class Sedan - Mercedes-Benz Recall

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 16, 2018 – (Motor Sports Newswire) –

Mercedes-Benz Recall: Electrical Power Bars in Pre-Fuse Box may be Loose

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.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V407000

Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,701

MakeModelModel Year(s)
MERCEDES-BENZS4502018
MERCEDES-BENZS5602018
MERCEDES-MAYBACHS5602018
MERCEDES-MAYBACHS6502018

Summary: 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.

Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 15, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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