Mercedes-Benz has told 292,000 SUV owners to stop driving until they have undergone a safety check.
The vehicles are being recalled over a potential problem with the brakes.
It doesn't want owners to pay for towing costs because it considers the issue so serious.
There have been no reported crashes, injuries or deaths related to the issue, according to a statement published by its U.S. team on Thursday.
The car giant said that it discovered that a brake component could become damaged by water exposure over an extended period of time.
Mercedes said in its statement that the rubber sleeve around the brake booster housing could cause a problem.
Vehicles impacted by the issue could result in drivers having to press the brake pedal harder than usual to decelerate or stop the vehicle.
It is possible that a strong or hard-braking application could cause mechanical damage to the brake booster, which could lead to a crash.
Customers are being told to stop driving until the vehicle has been checked and repaired.
Mercedes will start notifying owners on May 27. Customers who are concerned can call the automaker.
You can find out if your vehicle is subject to a recall by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association's website and entering your vehicle identification number.
Just a few days later, Mercedes recalled vehicles due to a safety issue.
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