Mercedes-Benz · United States · Mod
Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS, AMG GT63 S +15 more: Steering — steering wheel/handle bar
Affects Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS, AMG GT63 S, AMG GT53, AMG GT43, AMG SL63, AMG SL55, EQS 580, EQS 450, S 500, AMG E53, E 450, C 300, CLS 450, S 580, AMG CLS53, E 350, AMG E63S · 2021–2022 — about 8K vehicles.
The hazard
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.
What to do
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.