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2006–2012 Mercedes-Benz R350, ML350, Amg ML63 and more recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum

NHTSA campaign 22V-315 · May 9, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Do not drive

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V315000
Reported
May 9, 2022
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum
Vehicles affected
About 350,294

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

Safety risk

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Mercedes-Benz Amg ML63 (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011); Mercedes-Benz GL350 (2010, 2011, 2012); Mercedes-Benz GL450 (2010, 2011, 2012); Mercedes-Benz GL550 (2010, 2011, 2012); Mercedes-Benz ML350 (2010, 2011); Mercedes-Benz ML450 (2010, 2011); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015…

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