Mercedes-Benz S 580 (Mercedes-Benz) – Engine Camshaft Failure (2024)
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2023 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2023
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2023 MERCEDES-BENZ S 580 vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software issues. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. In the event of a mechanical failure in the engine Camtronic system, the engine control unit (ECU) software may cause the engine to overheat or stall.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will update the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 15, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on November 15, 2024, January 10, 2025, and February 21, 2025. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz Customer Service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024100007.
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