| NHTSA Recall # | 139721 |
| NHTSA Compaign # | 18V407000 |
| MFG Compaign # | 2018080001 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Supplier | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Brand | MERCEDES-BENZ |
| Model | S560 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Date of notification | 30/08/18 |
| Begin date of manufacuring | 05/09/17 |
| End date of manufacturing | 14/12/17 |
| Type of recall | V |
| Recall initiator | MFR |
| Report received | 15/06/18 |
| Report created | 20/06/18 |
| Regulation part number | |
| FMV safety standard number | |
| Estimated number of affected units | 1701 |
| Defect summary | Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2018 mercedes-maybach s560 and s560 4matic and mercedes s450 4matic, s450, s560, s560 4matic, and s560 coupe 4matic vehicles. The electrical power bars inside the pre-fuse box in the trunk may not have been secured properly. |
| Consequence summary | If the power bars are not properly secured, it can cause higher electrical resistance increasing the risk of a fire. Additionally, an intermittent contact between the power bars could lead to a loss of vehicle functions. The engine operation, the seat belt functions and the instrument cluster could be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash and injuries. |
| Corrective action | Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the pre-fuse box, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began august 30, 2018. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's number for this recall is 2018080001. |
| 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). |