MERCEDES BENZ S450 2018: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V915000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ S450 2018
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-05-08 2019-12-20 2019-12-23

Production Dates: 2018-04-09 - 2018-04-28

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2020030020

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 75

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 135

Summary

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.

Consequence

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.

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.