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NHTSA Recall 22V215000: Seats and air bags

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Maybach S 580.

15
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2022
owners notified (May 27)
NHTSA campaign22V215000
Manufacturer campaign2022050006
ComponentsSEATS; AIR BAGS
Report receivedApril 1, 2022
Owner notificationMay 27, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Maybach S580 vehicles. Trim parts on both front seats may detach during rear air bag deployment, which can damage the air bag cushion or cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

Safety risk

Improper air bag deployment can increase the risk of an injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the trim parts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022050006.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V215000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Maybach S 5802021
Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC2022

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.