| NHTSA Recall # | 132952 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V910000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 2019040024 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | AMG S63 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Component | LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING |
| Date of notification | 13/05/19 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 07/02/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 03/08/18 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 19/12/18 |
| Report created | 30/01/19 |
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| Estimated number of affected units | 6200 |
| Defect summary | Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mercedes) is recalling certain 2018 s450 4matic, s560 4matic coupe, s63 amg 4matic coupe, maybach s560 4matic, s560 4matic, s63 amg and s63 amg 4matic cabrio vehicles. The hands-off-detection system may malfunction, causing the active steering assist system to remain engaged despite the driver's hands not being on the steering wheel for a prolonged period of time. |
| Consequence summary | If the system remains active despite the driver not having their hands on the wheel, the driver's inattention may increase the risk of crash. |
| Corrective action | Mercedes has notified owners, and dealers will update the software of the steering control unit, free of charge. The recall began may 13, 2019. Owners may contact mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2019040024. |
| Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |