Insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
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.
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FAQ: Recall 18V539000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V539000?
NHTSA recall 18V539000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on August 16, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient coating on rear brake caliper pistons. The recall affects approximately 9,044 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V539000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2018080013. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.