Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #18V539000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V539000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2018 mercedes-benz gle350 4matic, gle350, gls450 4matic, gls550 4matic, gle43 amg 4matic, gle63 amg 4matic, gle63s amg 4matic, and gls63 amg 4matic vehicles Includes 9,044 affected units, Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2018 mercedes-benz gle350 4matic, gle350, gls450 4matic, gls550 4matic, gle43 amg 4matic, gle63 amg 4matic, gle63s amg 4matic, and gls63 amg 4matic vehicles
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.
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.