Recall 22V189000
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
Safety Consequence
Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG CLS53 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG E53 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG E63S |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | E 350 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | E 450 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | S 580 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG E53 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG EQS |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT43 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT53 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GT63 S |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG SL55 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG SL63 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | C 300 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | CLS 450 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | E 350 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | E 450 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | EQS 450 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | EQS 580 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | S 500 |
| 2022 | MERCEDES BENZ | S 580 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.