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Recall

Mercedes-maybach S 560 4matic — 26V216000

NHTSA ID
26V216000
Make
Mercedes-maybach
Model
S 560 4matic
Years Affected
2018
Recall Date
2026-04-03
Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
Units Affected
24,092
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.

Summary

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.

Consequence

A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Mercedes-maybach S 560 4matic
Model Years: 2018

2018 Mercedes-maybach S 560 4matic