Defect Description For Recall
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc. (Mbusa) Is Recalling Certain 2018-2019 S560 And Maybach S560 Vehicles Equipped With 4.0L 8-Cylinder Gasoline-Engines. Two Engine Oil Plugs May Not Withstand High Engine Loads While Driving, Possibly Resulting In An Engine Oil Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
MERCEDES BENZ
Model Of Vehicle
S560
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
20V173000
Component Description
Engine
Effect Of Defect
An Engine Oil Leak Can Spill On To The Road And Cause Slippery Road Conditions. Additionally, If The Engine Runs Out Of Oil It Can Cause An Engine Stall While Driving. Either Of These Scenarios Can Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
MbUSA Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Reinforce The Engine Oil Plugs By Adding A Retaining Plate, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began August 11, 2020. Owners May Contact MbUSA Customer Service At 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa’S Number For This Recall Is 2020060018.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
9791
Date Owners Notified
20200811
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20200320
Make Campaign Number
2020060018