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2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recalls
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, filed between November 29, 2021 and October 2, 2026. Each one is below with what is wrong and the free fix.
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| Part | Filed | Risk |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components | October 2, 2026 | Crash risk |
| Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components | February 24, 2025 | Crash risk |
| Engine and engine cooling: software | September 20, 2024 | Fire risk |
| Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump | December 21, 2023 | Crash risk |
| Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pump | June 26, 2023 | Crash risk |
| Structure: dashboard | December 16, 2022 | Air bag |
| Steering: steering wheel/handle bar | March 25, 2022 | Crash risk |
| Communication: auto crash notification | December 27, 2021 | Injury risk |
| Electrical system: software | November 29, 2021 | Crash risk |
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
What could happen. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V116. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S 500 4MATIC, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC, 2023-2025 S 580 E 4MATIC, and 2024-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
What could happen. A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030007.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Engine and engine cooling: softwareFire risk
Trims named in this campaign: S580
What is wrong. 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.
What could happen. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an engine that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix. 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.
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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.
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pumpCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
What could happen. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel pumpCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
What could happen. A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix. Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Structure: dashboardAir bag
Trims named in this campaign: S500
What is wrong. The dashboard may be insufficiently attached, which can result in an improper front passenger air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
What could happen. Improper deployment of an air bag can increase the risk of injury.
The fix. Dealers will replace a portion of the dashboard, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023010001.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling one 2022 S 500 vehicle. The dashboard may be insufficiently attached, which can result in an improper front passenger air bag deployment in the event of a crash.
Steering: steering wheel/handle barCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
What could happen. Deactivated hands-off detection will prevent DISTRONIC system features from functioning, including warnings to grab the steering wheel and calling first responders as part of the Active Emergency Stop Assist, which can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix. Dealers will update the hand detection control unit software for the DISTRONIC system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 6, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040010.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, EClass Coupe/Convertible, CLS, AMG GT 4-doors Coupe, and EQS vehicles with a heated leather steering wheel. Due to a software error in the hand detection control unit, the hands-off detection might not detect when the driver's hands are away from the steering wheel when using the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC system.
Communication: auto crash notificationInjury risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500, S580
What is wrong. The communication module software may restrict or disable the emergency call system (eCall).
What could happen. A disabled eCall system would prevent a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services through the call center in an emergency, potentially delaying emergency responders and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix. The communication module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 23, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022010006.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022 EQS450, S500, and S580 vehicles. The communication module software may restrict or disable the emergency call system (eCall).
Electrical system: softwareCrash risk
Trims named in this campaign: S500
What is wrong. The MBUX infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display while driving, causing a distraction for the driver.
What could happen. Driver distraction can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix. MBUSA has updated their computer server to correct the issue for most vehicles, free of charge. For vehicles that were not able to be updated remotely, dealers will provide the software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 25, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580, 2022 EQS450, EQS580, and S500 vehicles with an active and connected Mercedes me connect account. The MBUX infotainment system might allow activation of the television and internet display while driving, causing a distraction for the driver.
Check that your car is on the list
Most campaigns cover only cars built in a certain date range or at a certain plant, so a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class may or may not be included. The VIN is the only sure test. It is 17 characters, on the dashboard by the windshield and on the driver door jamb sticker. Look up your VIN at NHTSA to see whether a campaign is open for your exact car.
How to confirm the repair is free
- Call any authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer service desk and give them the VIN and the campaign number from the list above.
- Ask them to confirm the campaign is open for your car. If it is, the parts and labor are covered.
- If the dealer says the part is not in stock, ask for a written note with the date, and ask about a loaner if the notice says not to drive the car.
- Keep the repair order. It shows the campaign number and proves the work was done.
If you already paid for a repair that a recall later covered, Mercedes-Benz may owe you a refund. Ask the dealer or Mercedes-Benz customer service about reimbursement, and keep your receipts.
Other model years of the S-Class
- 2025 (3)
- 2024 (4)
- 2023 (8)
- 2021 (17)
- 2020 (6)
- 2019 (13)
- 2018 (14)
- 2017 (10)
- 2016 (7)
- 2015 (9)
- 2014 (6)
- 2012 (2)
- 2011 (2)
- All years
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2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. A campaign can cover only some cars of that model year, so check your VIN to see whether yours is included.
Is a recall repair on a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class free?
Yes. A safety recall repair is free at an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer, whatever the age or mileage of the car and no matter who owns it now.
How do I know if my 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class was already fixed?
Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows whether a campaign is open for that exact car. You can also ask a dealer to run the VIN, or look at the service history paperwork for the campaign number.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, checked 2026-10-29. Text is NHTSA's wording of each campaign. New campaigns are added over time. Not a repair shop, estimates only.