NHTSA Recall 22V493000: Display function (back over prevention)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8,530 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V493000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2022080002 |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION › DISPLAY FUNCTION |
| Report received | July 11, 2022 |
| Owner notification | August 19, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 AMG EQS53, EQS580, EQS450, 2021 S500, S580, and Maybach S580 vehicles. The rearview camera may not display the rearview image due to a software error in the MBUX multimedia system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the MBUX multimedia system software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 19, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022080002.
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 22V493000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG EQS 53 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz S 500 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz S 580 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Maybach S 580 | 2021 |
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.