NHTSA campaign 22V194000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 22V194000
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 S580Z, S500V, and S580V vehicles. The sub frame weld for the thrust arm on the rear axle carrier may have been improperly welded, causing the thrust arm to break and detach.
Critical safety instruction
Do Not Drive
NHTSA includes this instruction on at least one record in the campaign. Check your VIN and follow the current instructions from NHTSA or the manufacturer.
Check your VINWhat can happen
A detached thrust arm can cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, or cause the vehicle to pull to one side during emergency braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Repair
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will inspect the sub frame weld on the rear axle carrier and replace the rear axle carrier as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for the recall is 2022030028.
Components
- Power train: Axle assembly
- Suspension: Subframe/mounting bracket
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.