Recall 21V-071
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2020 to 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 and 4 other models: Electronic stability control (esc) (control module, software).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-071
- Reported
- February 12, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 41,838 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles. During certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front wheels, pulling the vehicle to one side. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030004.
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 to 2021
- Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 2020 to 2021
- Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 2020
- Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 2020
- Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC 2020