CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 S560 and S450 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with front brake components (brake discs, calipers, and pads) with different dimensions than specified for the vehicle.
- Risk
- The incorrect size brake components may lead to the wrong replacement components fitted to the vehicle during brake repairs, possibly affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake system, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030020.
- 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 S 450 and S560 vehicles may have front brake discs, calipers, and pads that are not the dimensions specified for the vehicle. This can happen when the wrong replacement parts are installed during earlier brake repairs.
Incorrectly sized brake components may affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Mercedes-Benz USA will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the front brake system free of charge. Owners can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 (recall number 2020030020). You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz S 450 | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz S 560 | 2018 |