Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V915000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-12-20.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V915000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: pads
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Vehicles affected
75
Reported to NHTSA
2019-12-20
Owners notified
2020-05-08

Defect description

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Scope of coverage

2 model years across 2 models.

ModelYears on record
Mercedes-Benz S 4502018
Mercedes-Benz S5602018

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.