A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
✎ GovInfoNow plain-language explainer
Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling certain S 500, Maybach S, and AMG S models because the front brake hoses may rupture. This rupture can cause a brake fluid leak, which extends the distance needed to stop the vehicle and increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the affected front brake hoses free of charge. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1387284-mercedes-s-class-recall-front-brake-hose-leak-risk.
“Mercedes S-Class Recall: Front Brake Hose Leak Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 10, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1387284-mercedes-s-class-recall-front-brake-hose-leak-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #26V638000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V638000).
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled certain S-Class vehicles for potential brake fluid leaks that increase crash risk, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Oct. 2, 2026. Dealers will replace front brake hoses free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
Mercedes-Benz AMG S 63 E 4MATIC+, 2024-2025
Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC, 2022-2025
Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC, 2022-2025
Mercedes-Benz S 580 E 4MATIC, 2023-2025
Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC, 2022-2025
Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC, 2022-2025
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.
The hazard
The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid, which can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC has issued 66 other recalls since May 17, 2016. Recent brand recalls include a July 24, 2026 rollaway risk for the AMG GLA 35 and a June 2, 2026 fire hazard for the EQB 300 4MATIC. Other recent recalls of similar products include a Nov. 12, 2025 Honda brake recall for reduced stop distance and a July 1, 2026 BMW brake system recall for crash risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2022-2025 S 500 4MATIC, Maybach S 580/680 4MATIC, S 580 4MATIC, S 580 E 4MATIC, or 2024-2025 AMG S 63 E Performance. You can verify if your specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is involved by searching NHTSA.gov as of October 9, 2026.
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Wait for Notification
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on November 27, 2026.
Contact Dealer
Schedule an appointment with a dealer to have the front brake hoses replaced free of charge.
Call Customer Service
If you have questions or need assistance, contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says 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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
GovInfoNow listed this recall 8 days after the agency date.
1NHTSA received the defect report
2Added to GovInfoNow
3Owner letters expected (expected, per the notice)
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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