Recall 20V-626
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recalled the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and 4 other models: Steering (electric power assist system); Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, motor); Exterior lighting (headlights); Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V-626
- Reported
- October 9, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 12,799 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
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.
The 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-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- 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