2021 Mercedes-Benz S 580, 2021 Mercedes-Maybach S 580 Recall: Bulkhead that separates the engine compartment from the passenger…
NHTSA campaign 23V200000 · Structure · filed Mar 24, 2023 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Maybach S580 and S580 vehicles. The bulkhead that separates the engine compartment from the passenger compartment may not have been properly sealed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment. Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, disabling safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments (PreSafe system).
The risk
Disabled safety features, including seat belt tightening and seat adjustments, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will repair the bulkhead front wall sealing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040009.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz | S 580 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Maybach | S 580 | 2021 |
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 23V200000 (manufacturer number 2023040009). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.