Mercedes-Benz Recall 18V-272: Suspension – front

Affected: 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63, 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63, 2012–2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG ML63 and 12 more. Filed with NHTSA on April 27, 2018, covering about 9,725 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012-2014 ML350 Bluetec 4Matic and ML550 4Matic, 2012-2015 ML63 AMG 4Matic and ML350 4Matic, 2013-2016 GL350 Bluetec 4Matic, GL550 4Matic and GL63 AMG 4Matic, 2017 GLS350d 4Matic, GLS450 4Matic, GLS550 4Matic and GLS63 AMG 4Matic, 2015 ML400 4Matic, 2016 GLE400 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic, GLE450 4Matic Coupe and GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, 2015-2016 GL450 4Matic and 2013-2014 GL450 4Matic vehicles equipped with the Active Curve System (ACS). In certain driving conditions, if the oil level in the ACS reservoir is below the minimum level, the oil may foam and leak out of the vent holes in the reservoir cap.

The risk

The leaking oil in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018070015.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign18V-272 (18V272000)
Manufacturer number2018070015
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentSuspension › Front
Report dateApril 27, 2018
Owners notifiedAugust 30, 2018
Vehicles affected9,725
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the suspension

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 18V-272 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will correct the oil level as necessary and replace the reservoir sealing cap to prevent oil foam from leaking out, free of charge. The recall began August 30, 2018.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 9,725 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.