An engine oil leak can spill on to the road and cause slippery road conditions. Additionally, if the engine runs out of oil it can cause an engine stall while driving. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Engine

Date Announced

MAR 20, 2020

Vehicles Affected

9,791

Mercedes-Benz Recall #

2020060018

NHTSA Campaign #

20V173000

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560 and Maybach S560 vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline-engines. Two engine oil plugs may not withstand high engine loads while driving, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak.

Actions

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the engine oil plugs by adding a retaining plate, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060018.

Documents (6)

• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Recall Campaign Initial Notification Engine Oil Plugs MY18-19 217 222 ( S-Class Coupe/Convertible, S-Class)
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Recall Acknowledgement
• ISSUED Interim Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 2