Parking brake may remain engaged
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa,llc (mercedes) is recalling certain 2019 c43 amg, c43 amg cabrio, c43 amg 4matic coupe, c300 4matic, c300 4matic coupe, c300 coupe, c300 cabrio, c300 4matic cabrio, and c300 vehicles. after parking and exiting the vehicle, the electronic stability program (esp) software may prevent the electronic parking brake from being disengaged when returning to the vehicle, unless the esp system is deactivated.
Safety Consequence
Driving the vehicle with the esp system deactivated could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mercedes has notified owners, and dealers will update the esp system software, free of charge. the recall began january 29, 2019. owners may contact mercedes customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mercedes' number for this recall is 2018120025.
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FAQ: Recall 18V909000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V909000?
NHTSA recall 18V909000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 19, 2018. It addresses: Parking brake may remain engaged. The recall affects approximately 675 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V909000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2018120025. 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.