NHTSA Recall 04V296000: Service brakes, hydraulic
MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 143,387 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz E Class.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V296000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2004050014 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Report received | June 22, 2004 |
| Owner notification | October 21, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles, the electronic monitoring system of the sensotronic brake control (sbc) is designed to monitor the pressure gradient within the high pressure line of the brake system. If an unacceptable pressure gradient is detected, the system will switch, as it is designed to do, into the hydraulic function mode.
Safety risk
If vehicles are not routinely serviced and have extremely high mileage combined with a high number of brake actuations, or a high brake actuation frequency, the pump motor of the sbc may run out of permissible tolerances, thereby triggering the hydraulic function mode.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the sbc hydraulic unit, replacing it if necessary. The recall began on october 21m 2004. Owners should contact mercedes-benz at 1-800-367-6372.
Notes
Mercedes-benz recall no. 2004 050014.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V296000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.