NHTSA Recall 16V901000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V901000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | December 14, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 21, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
If the vehicles unexpectedly need increased pressure on the brake pedal to apply the brakes, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V901000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz CLA250 | 2014 |
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.