NHTSA recall 22V-189 (22V189000)
steering recall reported March 25, 2022 - about 8,396 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 22V189000
- Also written as
- 22V-189
- Manufacturer number
- 2022040010
- Reported
- March 25, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- ~8,396
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
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 (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-189 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.