Mercedes-Benz — recall
Automotive · Australia · 2024-10-23
Mercedes-Benz S 580 ECU software issue may expose wiring harness to high temperatures
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| Country | Australia |
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| Category | Automotive |
| Published | 2024-10-23 |
| Manufacturer | MERCEDES-BENZ AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC PTY LTD |
| Models affected | Certain S 580 |
| Model year | 2022 - 2023 |
| Units affected | 52 |
| Defect | Due to a software issue in the Engine Control Unit (ECU), the main wiring harness may become exposed to increased engine temperatures and become damaged. As a result, the vehicle may experience loss of propulsion whilst driving. In addition, electrical resistance in the wiring could lead to a vehicle fire. A loss of propulsion whilst driving and/or a vehicle fire could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users, bystanders, and/or damage to property. |
| Remedy | Owners are asked to contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz retailer to have the work carried out as soon as possible, free of charge._x000D_ A full list of authorised dealerships can be found at www.mercedes-benz.com.au_x000D_ Alternatively, please use the Mercedes-Benz online booking service._x000D_ www.mercedes-benz.com.au/servicebooking |
| Recall number | REC-006128 |
| Official notice | View source ↗ |
What this means for sellers
| Likely platform / channel actions | OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback. |
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| Self-check for comparable products | Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here. |
| Rules & standards likely involved | the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards |
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