Mercedes-benz S560 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 15, 2019

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2018–2019 Mercedes-benz S560

Recall number

19V821000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 6 units

Why it was recalled

A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560, S560 Cabriolet, and S560 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 8-cylinder gasoline engines. The threaded connection between the camshaft idler gear and the crankcase may be improperly tightened, possibly causing the idler gear to detach from the crankcase.

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020013.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.