Do Not Drive NHTSA · 22V194000 Reported March 28, 2022

Rear axle carrier may fail

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Power Train · 12 vehicles potentially affected

⚠ Do Not Drive Warning: NHTSA advises that affected vehicles should not be operated until repaired. Contact your dealer immediately.
NHTSA ID
22V194000
Manufacturer Campaign
2022030028
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
12
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 28, 2022
Completion Rate
91.67

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2022 s580z, s500v, and s580v vehicles. the sub frame weld for the thrust arm on the rear axle carrier may have been improperly welded, causing the thrust arm to break and detach.

Safety Consequence

A detached thrust arm can cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, or cause the vehicle to pull to one side during emergency braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. dealers will inspect the sub frame weld on the rear axle carrier and replace the rear axle carrier as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 8, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Mbusa's number for the recall is 2022030028.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 22V194000 or campaign 2022030028.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
  4. Do not drive your vehicle until the repair is completed. Ask about loaner cars or free towing.
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FAQ: Recall 22V194000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 22V194000?

NHTSA recall 22V194000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on March 28, 2022. It addresses: Rear axle carrier may fail. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V194000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2022030028. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?

NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.