2018 MERCEDES GLS450 RECALL - #18V539000
RECALL FOR SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
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.
Information provided by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2018 MERCEDES GLS450 |
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| Manufacturer |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Manufactured between |
4/5/2018 - 6/26/2018 |
| Recalled on |
8/21/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
| Owners Notified on |
9/14/2018 |
| # Affected |
9,044 |
| Recalled for |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| See also |
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
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