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SevereNHTSA·19V821000·Announced 2019-11-15

Mercedes-Benz Recalls S560 Models Due to Engine Idler Gear Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2018-2019 S560 vehicles because an improperly tightened engine part may detach, causing a stall and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (engine component detachment) that can cause a stall and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560, S560 Cabriolet, and S560 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 8-cylinder gasoline engines. The recall addresses a defect where the threaded connection between the camshaft idler gear and the crankcase may be improperly tightened.

If the idler gear detaches from the crankcase, it can damage the engine. This damage may result in the vehicle stalling, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific incidents of injury or death associated with this defect.

Dealers will replace the engine free of charge to correct the issue. The recall began on February 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ S560
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — Luxury Sedan
Hazard
Affected units
6

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • S560

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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