Large Recall NHTSA · 18E054000 Reported July 16, 2018

Insufficient coating on brake caliper pistons

Q: What is recall 18E054000?

NHTSA recall 18E054000 was issued by Trw Automotive, Inc. on July 16, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient coating on brake caliper pistons. The recall affects approximately 179,179 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Trw Automotive, Inc. · N/A · 179,179 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

18E054000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Trw Automotive, Inc.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

179,179

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

July 16, 2018

Defect Summary

Trw automotive inc (trw) has submitted a defect information report based upon decisions made by volkswagen group of america, inc., fiat chrysler usa, bmw of north america, llc and mercedes-benz to conduct recalls to inspect, and bleed the front and/or rear brake system, due to the brake caliper pistons having an insufficient coating.

Safety Consequence

The insufficient coating may cause a reduction in braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Trw is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. the recall began july 16, 2018. Dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the brake caliper pistons, and bleed the brakes, free of charge.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Trw Automotive, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 18E054000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 18E054000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 18E054000?

NHTSA recall 18E054000 was issued by Trw Automotive, Inc. on July 16, 2018. It addresses: Insufficient coating on brake caliper pistons. The recall affects approximately 179,179 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Trw Automotive, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18E054000 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.