NHTSA Recall 23V360000: Software (electronic stability control (esc))
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,558 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Mercedes-Benz EQS 450.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V360000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2023060004 |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | May 19, 2023 |
| Owner notification | June 23, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2023 Maybach S 580, Maybach S 680, and S 580e vehicles. The electronic stability program (ESP) software may malfunction, which can result in disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including the anti-lock brake system, acceleration slip regulation, electronic stability program, and electronic brake force distribution (ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD), as well as a vehicle speed display failure.
Safety risk
Disabled vehicle dynamics control systems, including ABS, ASR, ESP, and EBD, and a vehicle speed display failure can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ESP control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023060004.
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 23V360000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 450 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 | 2022 |
| Mercedes-Benz S 580 E | 2023 |
| Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC | 2023 |
| Mercedes-Maybach S 680 | 2023 |
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.