2018 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450, Amg GLE63S, Gls 550 and more recall: Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 18V539000
- Reported
- August 16, 2018
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Service brakes, hydraulic
- Vehicles affected
- About 9,044
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4matic, GLE43 AMG 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic, and GLS63 AMG 4Matic vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may not have been correctly coated, causing gas to become temporarily released into the rear brake hydraulic circuit, reducing braking performance.
Safety risk
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080013.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Amg GLE43 (2018); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLE63 (2018); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLE63S (2018); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLS63 (2018); Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 (2018); Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 (2018); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018080013.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.