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2020–2022 Mercedes-Benz Gle 400 E, Gle 350, Gle 450 and more recall: Structure: body

NHTSA campaign 22V-680 · September 12, 2022 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
22V680000
Reported
September 12, 2022
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Part
Structure: body
Vehicles affected
About 161,000

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.

Safety risk

Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.

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 S (2021); Mercedes-Benz Amg GLS63 (2021); Mercedes-Benz GLS450 (2021); Mercedes-Benz GLS580 (2021); Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 (2020, 2021, 2022); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

What is the fix?

Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.

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.