S-Class

Environment, Fire, Injuries Motor vehicles Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: S-Class
Alert NumberA12/03598/24
BrandMercedes-Benz
CategoryMotor vehicles
Risk TypeEnvironment, Fire, Injuries
Notifying CountryGermany
Country of OriginGermany
Model Numbere1*2007/46*2115*00 - *12 (R2S)
Published13 December 2024

Risk Description

In the event of an independent hardware failure, the lambda control in the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software can erroneously increase the amount of injected fuel during cylinder deactivation. As a result, exhaust temperatures can increase and this can damage surrounding components (e.g. engine wiring harness, catalytic converter). This can create an unexpected loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of accidents and injuries. Moreover, this can increase the risk of fire. In addition, local statutory exhaust emission limits could be exceeded. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Passenger car with an 8-cylinder petrol engine.

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