Vehicle recall R/2019/389

Mercedes-Benz S-Class recall: The threaded connection of a chain wheel to the crankcase might not meet specifications

DVSA recall R/2019/389 names the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It was launched 3 February 2020. It covers vehicles built 27 February 2018.

Recall data updated 22 September 2026

Recall: R/2019/389
Launched: 3 February 2020
Issued by: MERCEDES-BENZ CARS UK LTD
Manufacturer reference: SRPC2002
Vehicles: 1 across the lines below

What can go wrong

The threaded connection of a chain wheel to the engine crankcase might not meet specifications.

The fix

Replace the Engine of affected vehicles

Models and build dates

As listed in the DVSA recall file. Vehicle numbers are DVSA figures for each line.
Model	Built	Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz S-Class	27 February 2018	1

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Other recalls for these models

R/2019/280 On activation of the curtain air bag the pillar cover may detach 1 November 2019, Mercedes-Benz S-Class
R/2019/269 The software of the radar control unit may not meet specification 18 September 2019, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Mercedes-Benz B-Class and others
R/2019/256 To achieve an improvement in the emissions via software updates 6 September 2019, Mercedes-Benz GLS, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Mercedes-Benz CLS and others
R/2020/188 The material of two closure plugs on the engine may not withstand the maximum loads whilst driving 21 July 2020, Mercedes-Benz S-Class
R/2020/225 The data documenting the correct mounting of the turbocharger oil feed as well as the oil return line may be missing 25 August 2020, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and others
R/2020/243 Engine control unit software to be updated 6 October 2020, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz GLS and others

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Source

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Source: DVSA vehicle recall records (RecallsFile.csv), recalls launched 1992 to 2026. Recall data updated 22 September 2026.

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