Recall 22V315000: 2007–2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63, 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG R63, 2007–2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320 +12 more

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Do not drive: NHTSA and the manufacturer advise owners not to drive these vehicles until the remedy is completed.

Report date
May 9, 2022
Vehicles affected
350,294
Models
15
Initiated by
Manufacturer

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2006-2012 ML-Class, GL-Class, and R-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle model details. Moisture may accumulate and cause corrosion in the brake booster housing unit, which can result in reduced brake performance or brake failure.

The risk

Reduced brake performance or brake failure can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been performed. Dealers will remove the rubber sleeve, inspect the brake booster, and as necessary, replace the brake booster. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2022050014, 2022050015 2022090006, & 2022090007.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz AMG R63
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL320
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL320
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL320
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL350
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350
  • 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL450
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL550
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL550
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL550
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL550
  • 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL550
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML320
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML350
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML450
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML450
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML500
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML500
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML550
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML550
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML550
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML550
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz R320
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz R320
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz R320
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2009 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2011 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2012 Mercedes-Benz R350
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz R500
  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz R500
  • 2008 Mercedes-Benz R550

Details

NHTSA campaign
22V315000
Manufacturer campaign
See Recall Schedule
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Owner letters
Jun 30, 2022
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum (Brakes)

Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology