Mercedes-Benz has issued an Australian recall for selected S-Class and Maybach S-Class vehicles built between 2022 and 2024.
The campaign is relatively small in Australia, covering 192 cars, but the affected models sit at the top of the brand’s passenger-car range, where braking confidence is non-negotiable.
Vehicle Recalls Australia lists the concern as a manufacturing defect involving the front axle brake hoses, which may become damaged over time.
At a glance
- Mercedes-Benz has recalled 192 S-Class and Maybach S-Class vehicles in Australia.
- The issue involves front axle brake hoses that may become damaged over time due to a manufacturing defect.
- Affected owners are being asked to book repairs with an authorised Mercedes dealership, with the work carried out free of charge.
The brake hose fault behind the recall
The recall notice states that the front axle brake hoses could become damaged over time because of a manufacturing defect.
If a hose is damaged, brake fluid may leak from the system.
Vehicle Recalls Australia warns that this can reduce braking performance, making it more difficult for the driver to slow down or stop the vehicle.
That loss of braking performance may increase the risk of an accident and could result in serious injury.
Which Mercedes models are affected in Australia
The Australian recall applies to 192 examples of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class built between 2022 and 2024.
No further breakdown by variant has been provided in the supplied recall information.
For owners, the key point is simple enough: if the car falls within the affected range, it needs to be checked and repaired by the dealer network.
What owners need to do next
Owners of affected vehicles are being instructed to make an appointment with an authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership.
Mercedes-Benz will carry out the required repair work at no cost to the owner.
As with any braking-related recall, it’s sensible for owners to act promptly once they receive notification or confirm that their vehicle is affected.
How the Australian recall fits the wider campaign
The Australian action follows a similar recall announced in the United States last month.
That US campaign covered more than 30,000 S-Class models, including Maybach and AMG variants.
In the US, the recall applied to certain 2022 to 2025 model-year vehicles built between February 2021 and November 2024.
The local Australian campaign is much smaller in scale, but the core issue is the same area of concern: front axle brake hoses and the potential for reduced braking performance if damage leads to fluid loss.
For a flagship luxury sedan, a recall like this is a reminder that complexity and comfort don’t lessen the importance of fundamental mechanical safety.
Owners should follow the recall instructions and arrange a dealership visit so the affected brake hose components can be addressed properly.
