Mercedes-Benz Recall 24V-807: Communication – auto crash notification

Affected: 2021 Mercedes-Benz S500, 2021 Mercedes-Benz S580. Filed with NHTSA on October 25, 2024, covering about 21 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 Maybach S 580 4MATIC, S 500 4MATIC, and S 580 4MATIC vehicles. The emergency call system may fail to place an automatic or manual call and may not provide the vehicle location as intended.

The risk

A disabled emergency call system that prevents a vehicle occupant from contacting emergency services or fails to identify the vehicle location, can delay emergency responders and increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will update the communication module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024110002.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign24V-807 (24V807000)
Manufacturer number2024110002
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentCommunication › Auto crash notification
Report dateOctober 25, 2024
Owners notifiedDecember 6, 2024
Vehicles affected21
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 24V-807 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will update the communication module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 6, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024110002.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 21 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.