Mercedes-benz and Mercedes-maybach Recall 26V638000: Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Foundation Components

NHTSA recall 26V638000 · announced October 2, 2026 · filed by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · 30,064 units affected

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2025 S 500 4MATIC, Maybach S 580 4MATIC, Maybach S 680 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC, 2023-2025 S 580 E 4MATIC, and 2024-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance 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.

What to do

Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V116. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 9, 2026.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.