Brake booster vacuum line connector may break
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain model year 2014 cla250 vehicles manufactured december 14, 2012, to april 24, 2013 equipped with gasoline engines. the affected vehicles have a fitting that connects the vacuum line to the brake booster which may break causing increased forced to be needed to apply the brakes.
Safety Consequence
If the vehicles unexpectedly need increased pressure on the brake pedal to apply the brakes, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector end fitting at the brake booster, free of charge. the recall began july 21, 2017. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
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FAQ: Recall 16V901000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V901000?
NHTSA recall 16V901000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 14, 2016. It addresses: Brake booster vacuum line connector may break. The recall affects approximately 10 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V901000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.