recall information
Recall number
REC-003681
PRA number
2016/15179
Campaign number
RC2187
Original published date
make and model information
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
S63, S500
Affected units
281
What are the defects?
Unnecessary excess length of the wiring harness to the engine control unit was installed that could result in a faulty camshaft signal.
What are the hazards?
Faulty camshaft signal may lead to unintentional cancellation of the automatic starting procedure posing a potential traffic hazard.
What should consumers do?
Letters will be sent to owners of affected vehicles.
Supplier details
Mercedes Benz Australia Pacific
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
