CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- Notes
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS models may have rear brake caliper pistons that were not coated correctly. Gas can temporarily be released into the rear brake hydraulic circuit, which reduces braking performance.
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. Because the problem affects how well the vehicle stops, it is important to address it promptly.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and authorized dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system free of charge. Owners can contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 with questions. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your car is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 | 2018 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 550 | 2018 |