Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsRecall 26V-638 · Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-Maybach vehicles
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall 26V-638 covers 28,318 Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-Maybach vehicles for a service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components problem, reported to NHTSA on October 2, 2026.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V638000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
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, and 2023-2025 S 580 E 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 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 2, 2021 to November 28, 2024. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.