2018 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2019 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560 — Engine
Published March 23, 2020 · Recall initiated: March 20, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V173000, published March 23, 2020 and initiated March 20, 2020. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2019 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560 — Engine.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560 and Maybach S560 vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline-engines. Two engine oil plugs may not withstand high engine loads while driving, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak.
What to do
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the engine oil plugs by adding a retaining plate, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060018.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-MAYBACH
- Model
- S 560 4MATIC
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2018 MERCEDES-MAYBACH S 560 4MATIC | 2019 MERCEDES-MAYBACH S 560 4MATIC | 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S560 | 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S560
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2019 Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4matic | 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560 | 2019 Mercedes-Benz S560 — Engine recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V173000 on March 23, 2020. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560 and Maybach S560 vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline-engines. Two engine oil plugs may not withstand high engine loads while driving, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak.
What should I do if I have this product?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the engine oil plugs by adding a retaining plate, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060018.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-MAYBACH. Model: S 560 4MATIC.