Mercedes-Benz controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
2026
Mercedes-Benz recalls 30,064 S-Class, Maybach and AMG sedans in the US over front brake hose rupture risk
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 30,064 vehicles in the US under NHTSA recall 26V638, covering certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and Mercedes-AMG sedans built between February 2021 and late November 2024 (2022 through 2025 model years), because the front brake hose can weaken, leak, and potentially rupture, which reduces hydraulic pressure and increases stopping distance. The automaker says it is not aware of any crashes, injuries, or property damage tied to the defect. Dealers will replace the affected hose free of charge, and owner notification letters go out November 27, 2026. The expanded campaign follows a related campaign first opened in February 2025; Mercedes-Benz corrected the hose in production starting in late November 2024.
Company response
Recall — Mercedes-Benz
Dealers will replace the affected hose for free, and owner notification letters go out November 27, 2026.
Remediation — Mercedes-Benz
Source excerpt
The expanded campaign covers certain S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and Mercedes-AMG sedans built between February 2021 and late November 2024, corresponding to the 2022 through 2025 model years.
NHTSA recall 26V638 breaks the 30,064 vehicles down by model and trim.
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 30,064 cars in the US because a front brake hose can weaken, leak, and potentially rupture.
2026
Mercedes-Benz recalls more than 30,000 vehicles over brake line issue
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz recalled more than 30,000 vehicles because of a brake line issue that could make it harder for drivers to stop and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the front brake hoses for free, and owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed on Nov. 27. Affected owners can contact MBUSA customer service or search NHTSA's recall database by VIN.
More than 30,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles have been recalled over a brake line issue that could make it harder for drivers to stop and increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the front brake hoses for free, and owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed on Nov. 27. Affected owners can contact MBUSA customer service or search NHTSA's recall database by VIN.
Company response
Recall — Mercedes-Benz
Remediation — Mercedes-Benz dealers
Ongoing disclosure — Mercedes-Benz
Source excerpt
Affected owners of the vehicles included in this recall can contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
2026
Mercedes-Benz recalls thousands of vehicles over door-lock microswitch defect
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz recalled 58,822 vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2026 due to a manufacturing defect in a door-lock microswitch that could fail after water damage, potentially preventing the auto park feature from operating and increasing accident risk. Owners were advised to engage park and apply the parking brake, and to contact Mercedes-Benz to schedule free repairs.
Company response
Recall — Mercedes-Benz
Thousands of luxury car models are being recalled by motoring giant Mercedes-Benz following the discovery of a common electrical fault.
Remediation — Mercedes-Benz
Vehicle owners are encouraged to contact Mercedes-Benz in writing to schedule an appointment to have repairs carried out free of charge.
Source excerpt
The issue centres on a manufacturing defect with a door-lock microswitch, which could fail if it suffers water damage.
The notice states the 58,822 vehicles manufactured between 2018 and 2026 may be affected by the issue – including some AMG models that can retail in the region of $190,000.
Thousands of luxury car models are being recalled by motoring giant Mercedes-Benz following the discovery of a common electrical fault.
2026
Mercedes-Benz Australia recalls over 58,000 vehicles over auto park defect
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz Australia is recalling 58,822 vehicles produced between 2018 and 2026 across several model lines because a manufacturing defect in the door-lock microswitch may allow water damage and failure, preventing the auto park feature from operating and increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement, injury or death. Affected owners will be contacted and advised to schedule a free repair at an authorised dealership once parts become available.
Company response
Recall — Mercedes-Benz Australia
Mercedes-Benz Australia is recalling over 58,000 vehicles across several model lines as they may not automatically shift into park.
Remediation — Mercedes-Benz
If you own an affected vehicle, Mercedes-Benz will contact you and advise you to schedule an appointment with an authorised dealership to have the free repair carried out once parts become available.
Source excerpt
Mercedes-Benz Australia is recalling over 58,000 vehicles across several model lines as they may not automatically shift into park.
"Due to a manufacturing defect, the door-lock microswitch may be susceptible to water damage and could fail. If this occurs, the door may not be detected as open, preventing the auto park feature from operating as intended," the company says in its recall notice.
"A loss of auto park feature may result in unintended vehicle movement. This increases the risk of an accident, causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users," the notice reads.
2022
Brake-system corrosion recall
Mercedes-Benz recalled nearly one million older vehicles after determining that advanced corrosion could impair braking-system components. The action was treated as a safety recall rather than a criminal finding.
2020
Diesel emissions settlements in the United States
Daimler reached agreements with United States authorities over allegations that emissions-control software in diesel vehicles could produce compliant test results while allowing higher real-world nitrogen-oxide emissions. The matter involved civil penalties, recalls and vehicle remedies.
2019
Daimler recalls Mercedes-Benz diesel vehicles over emissions issues
Recall announced
Daimler said Germany's road traffic regulator KBA had ordered recalls of certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles with OM651 diesel engines. The article reports the recalls concern hundreds of thousands of vehicles, including 260,000 Sprinter vans; the regulator's hearings had concluded.
Daimler said Germany’s road traffic regulator KBA had ordered recalls of certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles with OM651 diesel engines. The article reports the recalls concern hundreds of thousands of vehicles, including 260,000 Sprinter vans; the regulator’s hearings had concluded.
Source excerpt
Daimler is recalling hundreds of thousands of Mercedes-Benz vehicles including Sprinter van models over diesel emissions issues.
Daimler said late on Friday that Germany’s road traffic regulator KBA has concluded hearings over certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles with so-called OM651 diesel engines meeting Euro 5 emission standards and has ordered Daimler to carry out recalls.
Daimler said late yesterday that Germany’s road traffic regulator KBA has concluded hearings over certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles with so-called OM651 diesel engines meeting Euro 5 emission standards and has ordered Daimler to carry out recalls.
2019
Mercedes-Benz recalls 922 GLE vehicles in Russia
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz RUS recalled 922 GLE vehicles sold in Russia in 2018–2019 because air-conditioning condensate drainage hoses could have been installed incorrectly. The vehicles will be inspected and the hoses correctly installed if necessary.
Company response
Recall — Mercedes-Benz RUS
Mercedes-Benz RUS, Mercedes-Benz dealer in Russia, recalls 922 GLE cars in Russia due to problems with drainage hoses for air conditioning condensate
Source excerpt
Mercedes-Benz RUS, Mercedes-Benz dealer in Russia, recalls 922 GLE cars in Russia due to problems with drainage hoses for air conditioning condensate, according to the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart). Vehicles sold in 2018-2019 are subject to recall.
The vehicles will be checked and, if necessary, drainage hoses will be installed correctly.
"The reason for the recall of vehicles is the drainage hoses for air conditioner condensate, which could be installed incorrectly," Rosstandart said.
2019
Mercedes-Benz recalls imported AMG GT vehicles
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz (China) filed a recall plan for 103 imported AMG GT vehicles manufactured between June 9, 2015 and April 21, 2016. According to the company, residue from protective paper used in production could weaken the bond between the carbon-fiber drive shaft and flange, potentially causing a loss of drive power and increasing collision risk. The company stated that it would replace the drive-shaft assemblies free of charge.
Stated objective. 消除安全隐患
Source excerpt
由于供应商在生产过程中使用了含硅保护纸，导致碳纤维驱动轴和法兰粘接表面存在残留物，碳纤维驱动轴与法兰的粘接不符合要求。在车辆行驶过程中碳纤维驱动轴与法兰可能失去连接，会产生噪音或导致变速箱损坏，极端情况下会造成车辆行驶中失去动力，增加车辆发生碰撞的风险，存在安全隐患。
23日，国家市场监督管理总局缺陷产品管理中心发布三则召回公告
将自2019年11月22日起，召回 2015年6月9日至2016年4月21日期间生产的部分进口AMG GT汽车，共计103辆。
2019
Mercedes-Benz expands recall of E-Class two-wheel-drive cars in China
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz China Sales and Beijing Benz filed a plan to amend and expand a recall of certain imported and locally produced E-Class two-wheel-drive cars, with the recall due to begin on November 29, 2019. The companies said affected vehicles could suffer front shock absorber damage under a strong external impact, and that they would install reinforcing components free of charge.
Stated objective. 消除安全隐患
Source excerpt
日前，梅赛德斯-奔驰（中国）汽车销售有限公司、北京奔驰汽车有限公司向国家市场监督管理总局备案了召回计划，自2019年11月29日起召回变更和扩大召回部分进口、国产E级两驱汽车。
上述范围内车辆前减振器受到较大外力冲击时，可能会造成减振器损坏和减振器叉头变形弯曲，甚至导致车辆下控制臂衬套脱出，极端情况下可能导致减振器叉头断裂，存在安全隐患。
梅赛德斯-奔驰（中国）汽车销售有限公司、北京奔驰汽车有限公司将为召回范围的车辆免费安装前减振器加强固件，以消除安全隐患。
2019
Mercedes-Benz recalls 383 E-Class cars in Russia
Recall announced
Mercedes-Benz Rus recalled 383 E-Class cars in Russia because the rear tailgate spoiler may not have been manufactured to standard and could detach at high speeds. The spoiler will be checked and repaired if necessary.
Company response
Remediation — Mercedes-Benz Rus
Rear spoiler will be checked on cars that fall under the recall and, if necessary, fixed, Rosstandart said.
Source excerpt
Mercedes-Benz Rus, the official representative of Mercedes-Benz in Russia, recalls 383 E-class cars, including vehicles sold from August 2016 to the present, the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart) said in a statement.
The reason for the recall of vehicles is the likelihood of the rear tailgate spoiler could be manufactured not in accordance with the standards. At high speeds, the rear spoiler can detach from the car,
Rear spoiler will be checked on cars that fall under the recall and, if necessary, fixed, Rosstandart said.
2019
Daimler recalls Mercedes-Benz EQC vehicles over potentially defective bolt
Recall announced
Daimler recalled 1,700 Mercedes-Benz EQC electric cars because a bolt in the differential could be defective and break. The company stated that the issue could also affect a bolt fitted in a combustion-engined car. The recall concerned the potential for the bolt to fail, and Daimler noted the same bolt might also be present in a combustion-engined vehicle.
Daimler is recalling 1,700 Mercedes-Benz EQC electric cars because a bolt in the differential could be defective and break. The company said the issue could also affect a bolt fitted in a combustion-engined car.
Source excerpt
Published on 29/10/2019 - 20:34 GMT+1
The bolts in the differential could break, forcing Daimler to rework the cars, said a report by German industry publication kfz betrieb, which initially detailed the recall.
Daimler <DAIGn.DE> is recalling 1,700 of its new Mercedes-Benz EQC electric cars because of a potentially defective bolt in the differential, which controls wheel rotation during a turn, the company said on Tuesday.
2019
Mercedes-Benz recalls EQC electric SUVs over differential bolt concern
Recall announced
Daimler, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, recalled EQC electric SUVs worldwide because a front-axle differential bolt on certain vehicles might not meet durability specifications and could break. The report described a potential safety risk. The manufacturer declined to comment on the number of vehicles affected.
Daimler, Mercedes-Benz's parent company, recalled EQC electric SUVs worldwide because a front-axle differential bolt on certain vehicles might not meet durability specifications and could break. The article reports a potential safety risk; the manufacturer declined to comment on the number affected.
Company response
Recall — Daimler AG
Daimler AG, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz has recalled the EQC electric SUV worldwide for a potential defective bolt in the differential.
Source excerpt
Daimler AG, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz has recalled the EQC electric SUV worldwide for a potential defective bolt in the differential.
Daimler AG has determined that on certain EQC vehicles the bolt in the front axle differential transmission might not meet durability specifications.