Recall 26V-216: 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic, 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic Cabriolet and 10 more
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Apr 3, 2026, covering about 24,092 vehicles.
The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
The risk
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
|---|---|
| Component | Power Train › Driveline › Universal Joint |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V216000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic Cabriolet | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic Coupe | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 400 4Matic Wagon | 2018 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic Cabriolet | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic Coupe | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz E 450 4Matic Wagon | 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S 450 4Matic | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S 560 4Matic | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Benz S 560 4Matic Coupe | 2018, 2019, 2020 | All years |
| Mercedes-Maybach S 560 4Matic | 2018, 2019, 2020 | 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 26V-216?
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power.
How is recall 26V-216 fixed?
Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.
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.