RECALL
Problem:
Idler Gear May Detach Causing Engine Stall
Maker:
Mercedes-Benz
Category:
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Type:
Vehicle
Cars:
6
Campaign:
2020020013
Description:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560, S560 Cabriolet, and S560 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 8-cylinder gasoline engines. The threaded connection between the camshaft idler gear and the crankcase may be improperly tightened, possibly causing the idler gear to detach from the crankcase.
Consequences:
A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Actions:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA’s number for this recall is 2020020013.
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