The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·21V843000·Announced 2021-10-29

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2021 S 580 for Engine Stall Risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021 S 580 and Maybach S 580 vehicles because a software error may cause the engine to stall without restarting, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 stall) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 S 580 and Maybach S 580 vehicles. The recall involves 8,669 vehicles affected by an engine control unit software error. This defect may cause a sudden engine stall, leaving the driver unable to restart the vehicle.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notes that an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Owners notification letters were mailed on January 28, 2022.

Dealers will update the engine control unit software free of charge to correct the issue. 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 S 580
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Luxury Sedan
Hazard
Affected units
8,669

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)

  • S 580

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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