2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550 recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550. The most recent was reported on April 11, 2017.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
April 11, 2017	17V-241	Steering: electric power assist system	58,323
December 15, 2016	16V-903	Air bags: sensor, occupant classification	47,799

Recall details

Steering: electric power assist system

April 11, 2017 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 17V-241

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, E400 4Matic Coupe, GL63 AMG, GLE350, GLE350 4Matic, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic and GLE63S AMG Coupe 4Matic vehicles, 2017 E300 4Matic and GLS63 AMG 4Matic vehicles, and 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic BlueTec, GL450 4Matic, and GL550 4Matic vehicles. The affected vehicles have an electric power steering connector that may be insufficiently sealed, allowing water to enter the control unit.

Risk: If water enters the power steering control unit, the power steering assist may be deactivated, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and inspect the electric power steering rack, replacing the rack as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 30, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification

December 15, 2016 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · Campaign 16V-903

What is wrong: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 GL350 4Matic Bluetec, GL550 4Matic, GLE350 4Matic, GLE43 AMG Coupe, GLE450 4Matic, 2016 GLE300d 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350d 4Matic, GLE400 4Matic, GLE550e 4Matic, GLE63 AMG, GLE63 AMG 4Matic, GLE63S AMG 4Matic Coupe, and 2017 GLS63 AMG vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, to May 10, 2016. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) calibration may be incorrect, and as a result, the system can incorrectly classify the occupant as a child seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag.

Risk: If the front passenger air bag does not deploy as necessary in the event of a crash, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.

The fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Other model years of the Mercedes-Benz GL550

2016 (4)2015 (3)2014 (3)2013 (3)2012 (3)2011 (3)2010 (3)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550, the most recent reported on April 11, 2017. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GL550?

Steering (1), Air bags (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.