NHTSA : 23V200000

Campaign Details

Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Defect Description

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 / Hazard

Disabled safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Proposed Solution

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.

🚗 Affected Vehicles2

All the models below were recalled for this exact same problem.