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Mercedes-Benz · United States · High

Mercedes-Benz E 400 4MATIC Wagon, S 560 4MATIC +9 more: Power train — universal joint

Affects Mercedes-Benz E 400 4MATIC Wagon, S 560 4MATIC, S 450 4MATIC, E 450 4MATIC Wagon, E 450 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 450 4MATIC Coupe, E 400 4MATIC Coupe, E 400 4MATIC Cabriolet, E 450 4MATIC, E 400 4MATIC, S 560 4MATIC Coupe · 2018–2020 — about 24K vehicles.

The hazard

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

What to do

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 NHTSA.gov beginning April 10, 2026.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational