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Recall 22V-231

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalled the 2021 to 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 and 9 other models: Electrical system (wiring, interior/under dash).

At a glance

Campaign number
22V-231
Reported
April 8, 2022
Vehicles affected
21,306 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.

The risk

An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-[removed]. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

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