Mercedes-Benz recall: 2024–2025 Amg S 63 E 4MATIC+ and 5 more – service brakes
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling 2024–2025 Mercedes-Benz Amg S 63 E 4MATIC+, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC and 3 more models because of a crash risk – 30,064 vehicles (potentially affected). The recall report reached NHTSA on October 2, 2026. Distributed nationwide.
Serious A safety recall: the manufacturer or NHTSA found a vehicle defect that poses a risk to safety, or a failure to meet a federal safety standard. The remedy is free.

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| Product | 2024–2025 Mercedes-Benz Amg S 63 E 4MATIC+, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC and 3 more models |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Company | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Type | Vehicles |
| Classification | Vehicle |
| Report received | October 2, 2026 |
| Published by NHTSA | October 2, 2026 |
| Quantity | 30,064 vehicles (potentially affected) |
| Recall ID | 26V638000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Identifiers and details
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V638000
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
- Built
- 2021-02-02 to ?
- Recalled part
- BRAKE HOSE · BRAKE HOSE · A2234201800
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
Why it was recalled
The problem: a crash risk.
NHTSA's defect summary: “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 consequence, according to NHTSA: “A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.”
What to do
NHTSA: “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.”
Enter your 17-character vehicle identification number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls or on the manufacturer's site to see whether your vehicle is included. Safety recall repairs are free at an authorized dealer, even if the vehicle is used or out of warranty.
Official notice: NHTSA recall 26V638000.
Our news story: Mercedes-Benz recalls 2024–2025 Amg S 63 E 4MATIC+ and 5 more – service brakes
Other Mercedes-Benz recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle |
Other vehicle recalls
| Date | Recall | Problem | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Equipment | |
| Oct 9, 2026 | a crash risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | a fire risk Most serious | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | an injury risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 8, 2026 | a fire risk Lower risk | NHTSA Vehicle | |
| Oct 7, 2026 | a crash risk Serious | NHTSA Vehicle |
About this recall
Is Mercedes-Benz 2024–2025 Mercedes-Benz Amg S 63 E 4MATIC+, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC, 2022–2025 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC recalled?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported the recall to NHTSA on October 2, 2026; NHTSA published it October 2, 2026 (Vehicle). Only the vehicles listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a crash risk. 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.
What should I do if I have it?
NHTSA says: 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.
Where was it sold?
Nationwide.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.