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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicle Parts & Equipment/Engines & Powertrains

2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz Vehicles Recalled for Drive Shaft Failure

Agency Publication Date: April 3, 2026
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Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling approximately 24,092 vehicles across several 2018-2020 model lines, including various E-Class and S-Class configurations. The drive shaft universal joint in these vehicles may break, which can cause a sudden and complete loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion. Dealers will inspect the drive shaft and replace it if necessary at no cost to owners.

Risk

If the drive shaft universal joint breaks, the vehicle will lose the ability to move under its own power, which significantly increases the risk of a crash, especially if it occurs at high speeds or in heavy traffic.

What You Should Do

  1. Identify if your vehicle is affected by checking your VIN on the NHTSA website starting April 10, 2026. This recall includes 2018 E 400 4MATIC models (Sedan, Wagon, Cabriolet, Coupe), 2018-2020 Maybach S 560 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe, S 450 4MATIC, and 2019-2020 E 450 4MATIC models (Sedan, Wagon, Coupe, Cabriolet).
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer to schedule a free inspection and, if necessary, a drive shaft replacement.
  3. If you have further questions, contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
  4. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for additional information.

Your Remedy Options

🔧Free Repair
How to: Dealers will inspect and replace the drive shaft as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4MATIC (Sedan, Wagon, Cabriolet, Coupe)
Variants: Sedan, Wagon, Cabriolet, Coupe
Part / Model:
E 400 4MATIC
Product: 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 560 4MATIC
Part / Model:
Maybach S 560 4MATIC
Product: 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC Coupe
Variants: Coupe
Part / Model:
S 560 4MATIC Coupe
Product: 2018-2020 Mercedes-Benz S 450 4MATIC
Part / Model:
S 450 4MATIC
Product: 2019-2020 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC (Sedan, Wagon, Coupe, Cabriolet)
Variants: Sedan, Wagon, Coupe, Cabriolet
Part / Model:
E 450 4MATIC

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 26V216000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Sold By: Authorized Mercedes-Benz Dealers
Units Affected: 24,092 vehicles(100% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: April 30, 2026

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response