Electronic Stability Control Software Error

Recall Information

Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
NHTSA ID 23V360000
Report Received Date 5/19/2023
Component ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Vehicles Affected 7,558
Completion Rate 95.5%
Recall Category Vehicle
Software Recall Yes
OTA Update No

Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2023 Maybach S 580, Maybach S 680, and S 580e vehicles. The electronic stability program (ESP) software may malfunction, which can result in disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including the anti-lock brake system, acceleration slip regulation, electronic stability program, and electronic brake force distribution (ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD), as well as a vehicle speed display failure.

Issue

Disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD, and a vehicle speed display failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Consequence Summary

Disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD, and a vehicle speed display failure can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will update the ESP control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060004.

More Information

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V360000

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