NHTSA recall 18E054000 · Equipment
Service brakes, hydraulic
Reported Jul 16, 2018179,179 vehicles affectedTRW Automotive IncBuilt Mar 20, 2018 – May 23, 2018
The defect
TRW Automotive Inc (TRW) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions made by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., Fiat Chrysler USA, BMW of North America, LLC and Mercedes-Benz to conduct recalls to inspect, and bleed the front and/or rear brake system, due to the brake caliper pistons having an insufficient coating.
The risk
The insufficient coating may cause a reduction in braking performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
TRW is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. The recall began July 16, 2018. Dealers for those manufacturers will inspect the brake caliper pistons, and bleed the brakes, free of charge.