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2020–2022 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 4MATIC, Amg GLE53, Gle 450 and more recall: Electrical system: wiring, interior/under dash

NHTSA campaign 22V-231 · April 8, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V231000
Reported
April 8, 2022
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Electrical system: wiring, interior/under dash
Vehicles affected
About 21,306

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.

Safety risk

An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Mercedes-Benz Amg GLE53 (2021, 2022); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLE63 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLS63 (2021); Mercedes-Benz GLS450 (2021); Mercedes-Benz GLS580 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 (2020, 2021, 2022); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

What is the fix?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

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.