Mercedes-Benz 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 short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the service brakes, hydraulic. Here is what owners need to know.
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.
Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear axle brake system, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 18V-539.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class |
| 2018 | Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class |
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