Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk
- Component
- Electrical system: wiring: rear compartment/trunk
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 73
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-08-04
- Owners notified
- 2023-09-22
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Maybach S580 and Maybach S680 vehicles. The 12-Volt ground connection in the trunk may not be secured properly, which can impair the electronic stability program (ESP) or result in the ground connection overheating.
Safety risk
Impaired electronic stability control can increase the risk of a crash. An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the 12-Volt ground connection, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023080008.