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Mercedes-benz - Drive shaft universal joint may break

Official notice

6 Apr 2026

Last checked

14 Oct 2026

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An official NHTSA notice concerns Mercedes-benz - Drive shaft universal joint may break. The official notice reports a defect involving the drivetrain. This could increase the risk of a sudden loss of drive power or a crash. Published 2026-04-10.

What to do now

Arrange a free inspection and replacement at an authorised dealer as directed in the official notice. Read the official NHTSA notice for the full instructions.

Units affected

24,092

Recall number

26V216

Official notice

2026-04-10

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The hazard

The official notice reports a defect involving the drivetrain. This could increase the risk of a sudden loss of drive power or a crash.

How to check if you're affected

Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.

Years

2018

Recall Numbers

26V216

Campaign Numbers

26V216

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Affected products

Product 1

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC — Drive Shaft Universal Joint May Break

Units affected

24,092

Risk / hazard

The official notice reports a defect involving the drivetrain. This could increase the risk of a sudden loss of drive power or a crash.

Where it was sold

The source does not list specific retailers. See the official notice for where affected products were sold.

Location 1

US · United States

Affected area 1

US · United States

Company & contacts

Brand

Mercedes-benz

Manufacturer

Not provided

Phone

Not provided

Brand: Mercedes-benz. Contact: Mercedes-benz usa, llc.

Source & status

Source

NHTSA

Tier

official

Recall details

Recall number

26V216

Campaign number

26V216

Units affected

24,092

Classification

Type D

Source tier

official

Documents, notices & source

See the official notice and source documents for full details.

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