2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350, Gle 450, Gls 450 and more recall: Steering: electric power assist system
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V626000
- Reported
- October 9, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Steering: electric power assist system
- Vehicles affected
- About 12,799
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350, GLE 450, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580 vehicles equipped with an optional illuminated Mercedes-Benz star logo in the front grill. The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.
Safety risk
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ground connection, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.
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 Gle 580 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 (2020); Mercedes-Benz Gls 580 4MATIC (2020). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ground connection, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.
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.