Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V849000 Reported November 29, 2018

Tailgate spoiler may detach

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Structure · 16 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V849000
Manufacturer Campaign
2018120002
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
16
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 29, 2018
Completion Rate
87.50

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2019 mercedes-benz e450 4matic wagon and e63s amg wagon vehicles. the affected vehicles have a tailgate mounted spoiler that may not be properly attached and therefore could detach while driving.

Safety Consequence

If the tailgate mounted spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the mounting of the spoiler, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began december 19, 2018. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2018120002.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 18V849000 or campaign 2018120002.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V849000

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

What is recall 18V849000?

NHTSA recall 18V849000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on November 29, 2018. It addresses: Tailgate spoiler may detach. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V849000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2018120002. 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.