NHTSA recall 26V-638 (26V638000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported October 2, 2026 - about 30,064 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V638000
- Also written as
- 26V-638
- Reported
- October 2, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~30,064
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
A brake fluid leak can extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-638 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.