Filed by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC on February 24, 2025; 9 model-year listings affected.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
NHTSA campaign 25V116000 · reported February 24, 2025 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 20,339 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 S 500, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2021-2023 S 580 4MATIC, 2022 S 680 4MATIC, and 2023 S 580e 4MATIC vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
- The risk
- A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2025030007.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.