Mercedes Benz Vito and V Class recall: Braking performance may be reduced
- What's wrong
- The brake fluid container may not have been inserted far enough into its mounts or was not secured correctly which can result in it detaching and a loss of brake fluid. The driver could become aware of this by the gradual deterioration of brake performance…
- What to do
- Contact a Mercedes Benz dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the brake fluid reservoir on the affected vehicles to ensure it is properly engaged and if necessary fix it…
What’s wrong
The brake fluid container may not have been inserted far enough into its mounts or was not secured correctly which can result in it detaching and a loss of brake fluid. The driver could become aware of this by the gradual deterioration of brake performance by having to press the brake pedal further. This can consequently increase the risk of collision.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the brake fluid reservoir on the affected vehicles to ensure it is properly engaged and if necessary fix it in the correct position.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vito | 1 Oct 2013 | 30 Apr 2016 | 9,399 |
| V Class | 1 Oct 2013 | 30 Apr 2016 | 9,399 |
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 2 August 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.