The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 has two recalls, the more serious being an electric power steering defect where the control unit can lose connection and drop steering assist, making the wheel significantly harder to turn and raising the risk of a crash.
The second recall involves the emergency call system, where a software fault causes the system's internal clock to drift from the actual date and time. If the car automatically contacts emergency services after a crash, it may transmit an incorrect vehicle location, which can slow down the response.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error causes the eCall emergency system's date and time to be incorrect, which may result in an inaccurate vehicle location being sent during an emergency call.
What the fix does
Mercedes-Benz will send a remote software update to your vehicle. Dealers will verify the update worked or install a new communication module software at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electric power steering control unit may have defective solder connections that could cause the power steering system to stop working while you're driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the electric power steering control unit at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
