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2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class BACK OVER PREVENTION Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Standard NHTSA Filing

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BACK OVER PREVENTION Safety Recalls

Standard NHTSA Filing #22V493000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
What Happened
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG EQS53, EQS580, EQS450, 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error in the MBUX multimedia system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080002.
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Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class 2021 Recalls

STEERING
2 recalls
AIR BAGS
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class Years

2022
4 recalls
2019
11 recalls
2018
12 recalls
2017
10 recalls
2016
6 recalls
2015
5 recalls
2014
5 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION recall for the 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class? (Campaign #22V493000)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG EQS53, EQS580, EQS450, 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error in the MBUX multimedia system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility." An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080002.