Recall
Mercedes-Benz S 580 — 24V704000
NHTSA ID
24V704000
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S 580
Years Affected
2023
Recall Date
2024-09-20
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Units Affected
27,190
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2024100007
Summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.