2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2022 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580 — Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights
Published March 21, 2022 · Recall initiated: March 18, 2022
Summary
NHTSA records recall 22V167000, published March 21, 2022 and initiated March 18, 2022. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2022 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580 — Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights.
What's the hazard
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. A software error may disable the rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights.
What to do
Dealers will update the rear signal software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040013.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- S 500
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500 | 2022 MERCEDES-BENZ EQS 580
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2022 Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580 — Exterior lighting: hazard flashing warning lights recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 22V167000 on March 21, 2022. Reported hazard: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, and 2021 S500 and S580 vehicles. A software error may disable the rear turn signals, hazard lights, and reverse lights.
What should I do if I have this product?
Dealers will update the rear signal software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040013.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: S 500.