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NHTSARecalled Apr 3, 2026 · #26V216000

Drive Shaft Universal Joint May Break

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 E 400 4MATIC Sedan, E 400 4MATIC Wagon, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC Sedan, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, and E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet vehicles. The drive shaft universal joint may break, resulting in a sudden loss of drive power. A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Drive Shaft Universal Joint May Break
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

View the official CPSC notice