2021–2022 Mercedes-Benz Amg Eqs 53, S 500, Eqs 580 and more recall: Back over prevention: display function
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V493000
- Reported
- July 11, 2022
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Back over prevention: display function
- Vehicles affected
- About 8,530
What is wrong
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."
Safety risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Amg Eqs 53 (2022); Mercedes-Benz Eqs 450 (2022); Mercedes-Benz Eqs 580 (2022); Mercedes-Benz S 500 (2021); Mercedes-Benz S 580 (2021). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the 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.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.