Jacksonville, FL – May 22, 2022 – Daimler (OTCMKTS:DMLRY), which owns the Mercedes-Benz brand, is issuing a stop-drive notice and recall for 292,287 vehicles over an issue with the braking system that may lead to a complete brake failure.
The recall affects 2006 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz R-Class, ML-Class, and GL-Class vehicles. The following models are subject to the recall:
- 2007 –- 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL320CDI
- 2010 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350BTC
- 2007 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450
- 2008 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550
- 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320BTC
- 2007 –2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320CDI
- 2006 – 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350
- 2010 – 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350BTC
- 2010 – 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450H
- 2006 – 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500
- 2008 – 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML550
- 2007 – 2011 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG ML63
- 2009 Mercedes-Benz R320BTC
- 2007 – 2008 Mercedes-Benz R320CDI
- 2006 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz R350
- 2010 – 2012 Mercedes-Benz R350BTC
- 2006 – 2007 Mercedes-Benz R500
- 2008 Mercedes-Benz R550
- 2007 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG R63
Recall summary
A brake booster enhances the performance of the vehicle’s brakes. This makes it easier for the driver to increase the braking force without having to step too hard on the brake pedal.
In the affected vehicles, the brake booster is encased in a rubber sleeve for aesthetic purposes. Due to a supplier error, water can enter inside the sleeve, causing the brake booster to corrode and leak.
This could require the driver to press the brake pedal harder than usual to slow the vehicle down. In some cases, the brake pedal may disconnect from the braking system, preventing drivers from stopping the vehicle altogether.
The component involved in this recall is the brake booster with multiple part numbers including A1644310427, A1644310527 and A1644310627.
Recall risks
Brake failure may make it difficult or impossible to slow down or stop the vehicle. This significantly increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Warning signs
Drivers might observe a hissing sound when pressing the brake pedal. They might also notice that the brake pedal is not as responsive as usual.
Other Mercedes-Benz recalls
In March 2022, Daimler announced a recall of 28,743 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans over over reduced braking performance that could increase the risk of a crash.
Mercedes-Benz recalls also include certain models of the Mercedes-Benz GLE Class spanning the 2020 to 2022 model years and equipped with mild-hybrid powertrains, which were recalled earlier this month because of the risk of fire.
The repair
Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve to prevent further corrosion and inspect the brake booster housing. Vehicles with minimal corrosion can still be driven normally “for up to two years” before requiring another repair. Vehicles that fail the test must have their brake boosters replaced.
Affected owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. They will be notified of the recall by May 27, 2022.
Is your vehicle part of this recall?
More than 292,000 vehicles are included in this Mercedes-Benz brakes recall. To see if your car is affected by any Mercedes-Benz ML-Class recalls, Mercedes Benz GL-Class recalls, or other Mercedes-Benz recalls, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
