2026 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 4MATIC, Gle 450 4MATIC recall: Air bags: passenger side frontal, cushion
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 26V199000
- Reported
- March 27, 2026
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Part
- Air bags: passenger side frontal, cushion
- Vehicles affected
- About 932
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2026 GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 350, GLE 580 4MATIC, GLS 580 4MATIC, GLE 450 E 4MATIC, AMG GLE53 4MATIC, AMG GLS63 4MATIC, AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, and GLS 600 4MATIC vehicles. The passenger air bag fabric may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Safety risk
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 4MATIC (2026); Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 4MATIC (2026). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Air bags that do not deploy as intended during a crash increase the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 3, 2026.
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.