Mercedes-Benz CLS, E Class, GLC Recall R/2026/148: Drive Shaft Joint, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 21 Sep 2026
- Launched
- 12
- vehicles in the UK
- SRPC2603 / 4190026
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Mercedes-Benz recalled CLS, E Class, GLC vehicles built between 22 December 2017 and 26 September 2019. Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain 4MATIC E-Class (213 platform) S-Class Coupé (217 platform) S-Class (222 platform) E-Class Coupe/Convertible (238 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles increased wear of the universal joint on the drive shaft might occur. The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the drive shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain 4MATIC E-Class (213 platform) S-Class Coupé (217 platform) S-Class (222 platform) E-Class Coupe/Convertible (238 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles increased wear of the universal joint on the drive shaft might occur.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: SRPC2603 - Drive Shaft Joint Defect: Mercedes-Benz AG has determined that on certain 4MATIC E-Class (213 platform) S-Class Coupé (217 platform) S-Class (222 platform) E-Class Coupe/Convertible (238 platform) GLC (253 platform) and CLS (257 platform) vehicles increased wear of the universal joint on the drive shaft might occur. Remedy: As a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the drive shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: drive shaft joint.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: as a remedy Mercedes-Benz AG via its Mercedes-Benz service partners will check the drive shaft on the affected vehicles and replace it if necessary.
Are You Affected?
CLS, E Class, GLC built between 22 December 2017 and 26 September 2019 may be included. Mercedes-Benz estimates 12 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mercedes-Benz.
- Book with any franchised Mercedes-Benz dealer, quoting the campaign code SRPC2603 / 4190026 or the DVSA reference R/2026/148. See how to get a Mercedes-Benz recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 833 Mercedes-Benz recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mercedes-Benz recall launched before it was R/2026/326 on 14 Sep 2026, for installation of the heat shield. You can also see every Mercedes-Benz recall and all recalls launched in 2026.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/148, launched 21 September 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.