Recall 18V-539: 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43, 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 and 5 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Aug 16, 2018, covering about 9,044 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 18V539000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE43 | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63S | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz GLS 550 | 2018 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V-539?
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.
How is recall 18V-539 fixed?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.