Recall 21V-057
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 and 3 other models: Structure (interior panels, dashboard).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-057
- Reported
- February 5, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 8 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLS 450, GLE 350, GLE 450, and 2021 AMG GLE53 vehicles. The dashboard surface may not be properly secured to the base material.
The risk
In the event of a crash where the passenger air bag deploys, an unsecured dashboard could impair the inflation of the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the dashboard, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer serviced at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030003.
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 AMG GLE53 2021
- Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 2020
- Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 2020
- Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 2020