MERCEDES-BENZ 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500 vehicles due to air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger issues. A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may deactivate the occupant recognition control unit, resulting in a deactivated front passenger air bag.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2021. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021100010. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026