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2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350, Gle 450, Gls 450 recall: Structure: frame and members

NHTSA campaign 20V-172 · March 20, 2020 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
20V172000
Reported
March 20, 2020
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Structure: frame and members
Vehicles affected
About 224

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE350, GLE450 AND GLS450 vehicles. The seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded. This may allow cracks to form when towing, possibly causing the rear crossmember to detach from the vehicle.

Safety risk

If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060013.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 (2020). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060013.

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