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2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4matic recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4matic, covering 24,092 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Power train: driveline: universal jointReported April 3, 2026 · 24,092 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed May 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning April 10, 2026.

Recall number 26V216000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E 400 4matic have?

1, covering power train.

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