03-03-2025
Mercedes, Volkswagen, Audi recalls: See details here
The Brief
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for more than 20,000 vehicles over a defective braking part.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. issued a recall for more than 60,000 Volkswagen and Audi vehicles over a gear issue.
Thousands of vehicles have been recalled recently, involving models from Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen and Audi.
What's next
To check if your vehicle is affected, you can enter its VIN or other identifying information here with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Here's what to know about the three recalls:
The following vehicles are included in the recall:
2021-2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC
2022-2022 Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC
2021-2022 Mercedes-Benz S 500
2021-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC
2023-2023 Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC
Dig deeper
Mercedes-Benz has determined that, on the above-named models, the brake hose on the front axle might leak over time with use in hot and humid environments.
Why you should care
This could cause the brake fluid to leak, which might lead to reduced braking performance.
Timeline
Dealers will be notified of the recall on March 3, 2025. Owners will be notified of the campaign before April 25, 2025.
What's next
An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will replace the brake hoses on the front axle of the affected vehicles.
To check if your vehicle is affected, you can enter its VIN or other identifying information here with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The following vehicles are included in the recall:
2022-2023 Q4 e-Tron
2022-2023 Q4 e-Tron Sportback
Dig deeper
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has determined the instrument panel in these vehicles may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator.
Why you should care
Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
What's next
An authorized dealer will update the brake control unit software, free of charge.
Timeline
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25, 2025.
The following vehicles are included in the recall:
021 to 2023 Volkswagen ID.4
Dig deeper
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has determined the instrument panel in these vehicles may not properly display the transmission gear lever indicator.
Why you should care
Failure to display the gear position may result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
What's next
An authorized dealer will update the brake control unit software, free of charge.
Timeline
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25, 2025.
The Source
Information in this article was taken from safety recall reports issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Feb. 24, 2025, by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, and on Feb. 27, 2025, issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. This story was reported from Detroit.
