Mercedes-Benz R Class, ML, GL recall: The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes-Benz dealer to book the free repair. Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and - depending on the result of this inspection - replace it where necessary.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The function of the brake booster might be affected due to advanced corrosion in the joint area of its housing.
The fix
Check the brake booster on the affected vehicles and – depending on the result of this inspection – replace it where necessary.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| R Class | 1 Mar 2005 | 4 Feb 2013 | 1,631 |
| ML | 1 Mar 2005 | 4 Feb 2013 | 1,631 |
| GL | 1 Mar 2005 | 4 Feb 2013 | 1,631 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 24 May 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.