2006–2012 Mercedes Benz AMG R63, Mercedes Benz GL320, Mercedes Benz GL450 +more: Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
NHTSA campaign 22V315000 · 350K units potentially affected · filed May 9, 2022
What's wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.
Why it matters
Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V315000
- Manufacturer no.
- See Recall Schedule
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz Usa, Llc
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
- Units affected
- 350,294
- Report received
- May 9, 2022
- Owner letters
- Jun 30, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.