The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·22V935000·Announced 2022-12-16

Mercedes-Benz Recalls One 2022 S 500 for Dashboard Attachment Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling one 2022 S 500 vehicle because the dashboard may be insufficiently attached, which can result in improper front passenger air bag deployment.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (dashboard attachment) that can lead to improper airbag deployment and increased risk of injury, but no injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling one 2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500 vehicle. The recall addresses a defect where the dashboard may be insufficiently attached. This issue can result in an improper front passenger air bag deployment in the event of a crash.

Improper deployment of an air bag can increase the risk of injury. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will replace a portion of the dashboard free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed on January 20, 2023. 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 500 4MATIC
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Sedan
Hazard
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

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Model numbers (1)

  • S 500 4MATIC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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