Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2020
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 38 safety recalls made by Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in 2020. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 18, 2020
(Campaign #: 2021030014)
Wheel-Hub Caps May Detach
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 AMG GT53 4MATIC and AMG GT63 4MATIC vehicles. The wheel-hub caps may detach while driving.
NHTSA ID: 20V800000
Component: WHEELS
# of Units Affected: 1,142
Consequence Summary:
If the wheel-hub caps detach, they can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury for other road users.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheel-hub caps, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 7, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030014.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.62
December 11, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020120016)
Headlights Aimed Incorrectly/FMVSS108
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The headlights may have been incorrectly aimed too high. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamp, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 20V775000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 9
Consequence Summary:
Incorrectly aimed headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the headlight aim, and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 20, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020120016.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.89
December 11, 2020
(Campaign #: 2021010006)
Starter Power Supply Cable Installed Incorrectly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2020 AMG GLC 63 4MATIC vehicles. The power supply cable on the starter might not have been installed correctly, possibly allowing the cable to chafe against the starter housing and short-circuit.
NHTSA ID: 20V776000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,563
Consequence Summary:
If the power supply cable short-circuits, it can result in a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the starter harness and power supply cable installation, and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021010006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.18
December 4, 2020
(Campaign #: 2021020019)
Tire Information Missing/FMVSS 110
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. Certain labels containing important information such as tire pressure may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
NHTSA ID: 20V753000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 26
Consequence Summary:
If the tires are inflated to an incorrect tire pressure, the tires may be overloaded, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for the labels and apply them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021020019.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.15
October 30, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020110013)
Front Passenger Seat Missing Adjustment Limit Stop
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 E350 and E450, 2019-2021 AMG E53 and 2020-2021 AMG E63 vehicles. The front passenger seat may be missing the mechanical seat adjustment range limit stop, allowing the seat to move outside of the acceptable range in relation to the air bag.
NHTSA ID: 20V673000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,337
Consequence Summary:
If the front passenger seat is adjusted beyond the acceptable range in relation to the air bag, there could be an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash with air bag deployment.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the mechanical seat adjustment range limitation for the front passenger seat and install it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-368-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110013.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.98
October 30, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020110007)
Fusebox may Loosen in Engine Bay
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 GLA250 vehicles. The engine compartment fusebox may come loose over time, potentially damaging fuses and disrupting certain vehicle functions such as engine, power steering assist, electronic stability control (ESP), and Active Brake Assist.
NHTSA ID: 20V672000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 47
Consequence Summary:
A loss of engine operation, power steering assist, ESP system, or Active Brake Assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment fusebox mounting and correct it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110007.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 30, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020110005)
Possibly Recessed Middle Seat Belt Buckle
Mercedes-Benz AG USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, 2020 GLE580, 2020-2021 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles with 5 passenger seating. While buckling the seat belt, the middle seat belt buckle could be pushed down into the gap below the seat cushion. If the buckle can't be retrieved, the buckle latch will be inoperable and unable to restrain an occupant.
NHTSA ID: 20V671000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 55,326
Consequence Summary:
An unrestrained occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will secure the middle seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110005.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.59
October 23, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020110012)
Damaged Power Steering Control Unit Wiring Harness
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC300, GLC350e, GLC43 AMG, and GLC63 AMG vehicles. The power steering control unit wiring harness may have been damaged during the production process, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist or an electrical short-circuit.
NHTSA ID: 20V651000
Component: STEERING
# of Units Affected: 2,533
Consequence Summary:
A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, If the wiring harness short-circuits, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiring harness, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110012.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.63
October 9, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020100015/6)
Incorrectly Installed Electrical Ground
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.
NHTSA ID: 20V626000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 12,799
Consequence Summary:
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 95.49
October 9, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020100020)
Locking Ring Connection on Drive Shaft May Fail
Mercedes-Benz USA LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350 vehicles. The connection of the locking ring between the front and rear part of the drive shaft might not have been installed correctly, possibly resulting in a loss of power transfer between the transfer case and the rear axle differential.
NHTSA ID: 20V627000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 2
Consequence Summary:
If the transfer case disconnects from the rear axle differential the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
The affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory, therefore no owners will be notified. Dealers will replace the drive shaft, free of charge. Both vehicles were repaired in December 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100020.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 9, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020100010)
Window Air Bag May Not Be Mounted Correctly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The window air bag in the A-pillar area may not be mounted correctly, affecting its performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
NHTSA ID: 20V628000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash that deploys the window air bag, the catch strap could disconnect and increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the mounting of the window air bag and correct it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100010.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 2, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020110008)
High Voltage Wiring Harness Shield May Malfunction
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLC 350e hybrid electric vehicles. The high-voltage wiring harness shield may not withstand the electrical loads produced under certain driving conditions, possibly causing an electrical malfunction and resulting in a stall.
NHTSA ID: 20V607000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high-voltage wiring harness, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020110008.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
October 2, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020100006)
Center Console May Open in Rear Crash/FMVSS 201
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300 vehicles. The center console lock-system might not lock properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection In Interior Impact."
NHTSA ID: 20V608000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 7
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a rear-end crash, the center console lid may open, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the center console storage compartment, and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
September 14, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020090020)
Second Row Seat May Not Lock
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The second row seat may not be correctly aligned within the seat track on one side, possibly causing the seat to not lock properly into place.
NHTSA ID: 20V558000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 36
Consequence Summary:
If the second row seat is not locked into place, there could be an increased risk of injury to the seat occupants in a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the installation of the second row seat and correct it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020090020.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.22
August 14, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020090006)
Rear Spoiler May Detach
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The rear spoiler above the tailgate may not have been welded correctly. This could result in parts of the spoiler detaching from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 20V480000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 10,644
Consequence Summary:
If the spoiler detaches while driving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear spoiler and replace it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020090006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.24
August 7, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020080014)
Windshield May Separate from Vehicle
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 GLE 450 vehicle. The windshield may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle, possibly allowing it to separate from the vehicle and affect the full protective function of the passenger's frontal air bag in the event of a crash.
NHTSA ID: 20V464000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
A separated windshield may reduce the effectiveness of the passenger air bag restraint system and increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the windshield bonding and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080014.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 31, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020080015)
Seat Belt Warning System Not Operating Properly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 C300, C300 Coupe, CLS450, E450 Coupe and S450, 2017-2019 E300, 2018 E400 Coupe, E400 Stationwagon, and 2018-2019 S560 vehicles that have previously had the instrument cluster replaced. The software in the replaced instrument cluster may cause the seat belt warning system to not operate properly, only displaying a solid warning light if either the driver or passenger seat belt is unfastened, instead of a blinking light with an audible tone.
NHTSA ID: 20V449000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 56
Consequence Summary:
Without the audible tone and blinking warning light to remind the front seat occupants that their seat belts are not buckled, they may forget to buckle their seat belt, increasing their risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080015.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 62.5
July 24, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020080010)
Driver's Seat Fastener Bolt May Fail
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 GLE 350 vehicle. One of four bolts securing the driver's seat may not have been installed correctly and may fail.
NHTSA ID: 20V430000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
If a driver's seat fastener bolt fails, the seat may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the driver's seat fastening bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080010.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
July 17, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020070013)
A/C Drain may Result in Water in Passenger Cabin
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 vehicles. The air conditioning condensation drain hose may not be installed properly. This may allow water to enter the driver and passenger foot wells and the center tunnel area, potentially damaging certain electrical components.
NHTSA ID: 20V416000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 3,615
Consequence Summary:
Water entering electrical components, can result in malfunctions of the supplemental restraint system (SRS), failure to start, activation of the limp-home mode while driving, and an impairment of other features, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose installation, correcting it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070013.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.01
July 6, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020080016)
ESP System Software Programmed Incorrectly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C63 AMG, C63 AMG S, AMG GT 53, AMG GT 63, AMG GT 63 S, and 2020 GLC 63 AMG, GLC 63 AMG S vehicles. An incorrect Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software version may cause the ESP system to react inaccurately. On December 18, 2020, an additional 360 vehicles were added to the recall population.
NHTSA ID: 20V395000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 5,399
Consequence Summary:
If the ESP does not react properly to a driving situation, it may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Letters for the owners of the 360 additional vehicles were mailed January 15, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080016.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.24
June 22, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020070017)
Turbocharger Oil Feed and Return Lines May Leak
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300, E350, and GLC300 vehicles equipped with turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engines. The screws that retain the turbocharger oil feed and return lines may not have been properly tightened, possibly resulting in an oil leak.
NHTSA ID: 20V364000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 90
Consequence Summary:
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the turbocharger oil lines and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070017.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98.89
June 5, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020090001)
Shock Absorbers May Wear Prematurely
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE450, GLS450, and GLS580 vehicles. The sealing of the piston assembly in the front struts and rear shock absorbers may leak and fail prematurely.
NHTSA ID: 20V329000
Component: SUSPENSION
# of Units Affected: 38
Consequence Summary:
Premature wear of the front struts and rear shock absorbers can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front strut assemblies and rear shock absorbers, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020090001.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
June 5, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020070004)
Left Rear Seat Back Electric Latch May Fail
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450, AMG E63S, GLC300, AMG GLC43, AMG GLC63, AMG GT53, and AMG GT63 vehicles equipped with rear seatbacks that can be electrically unlatched. The left-rear seatback latch may not be strong enough to withstand certain loads. If cargo were to strike the left-rear seatback, the latch may fail.
NHTSA ID: 20V328000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 1,352
Consequence Summary:
In the event of a crash, if the left-rear seatback latch fails, it can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-rear seatback latch, free of charge. The recall began August 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070004.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 98
May 22, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020060011)
Incorrect Replacement Passenger Air Bag Installed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2012 C250, C250 Coupe, C300, C350, C350 Coupe, C63 AMG, and C63 AMG Coupe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. An incorrect replacement front passenger air bag may have been installed.
NHTSA ID: 20V298000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 640
Consequence Summary:
An incorrect passenger air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060011.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.44
May 1, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020050034)
Incorrect Child Safety Lock Label
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 and G63 vehicles. The embossed lock symbol for the child safety lock on the rear doors may indicate the incorrect lock status of the child safety lock.
NHTSA ID: 20V247000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 6,659
Consequence Summary:
If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will install a label on the rear doors with the correct operating direction, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050034.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.09
May 1, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020070009)
Water Intrusion into Front Wheel Wells
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells, potentially damaging certain electrical components. This may result in the instrument cluster going blank, or an engine stall while driving without the ability to restart the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 20V246000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 26
Consequence Summary:
Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 22, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020050009)
Rear Seat Wiring Harness May Be Routed Incorrectly
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350 and GLE 450 vehicles equipped with an electrically adjustable second-row seat. The wiring harness under the seat may become pinched during seat adjustment, possibly causing damage to the wires.
NHTSA ID: 20V226000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 120
Consequence Summary:
Damaged wires may cause the rear side air bags to not deploy as intended. Additionally, the driver may not be warned if the second row right seat is not locked into place correctly after using the "Easy Entry" function. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the wiring harness as necessary, and repair any wire damage, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050009.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.17
April 21, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020050001)
Front Left Seatbelt Improperly Installed
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 E450 Coupe vehicles. The front left seatbelt may be improperly installed, potentially allowing the seatbelt to contact sharp metal components and damage the seatbelt webbing.
NHTSA ID: 20V228000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 6
Consequence Summary:
A damaged seatbelt may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the front left seatbelt as necessary, or replace it if the webbing is damaged, free of charge. The recall began May 22,2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020050001.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 83.33
April 21, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020060010)
Inaccurate Vehicle Location for Emergency Services
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 AMG GT vehicles. The emergency call system (eCall) communication module may be missing the wiring harness ground line, which may cause the system to relay an inaccurate vehicle location, and restrict the ability to communicate verbally with the call center.
NHTSA ID: 20V227000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 149
Consequence Summary:
An inaccurate vehicle location or the inability to communicate with the call center may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will repair the wiring harness of the communication module, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060010.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.33
March 20, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020060018)
Engine Oil Plugs May Leak
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 S560 and Maybach S560 vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline-engines. Two engine oil plugs may not withstand high engine loads while driving, possibly resulting in an engine oil leak.
NHTSA ID: 20V173000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 9,791
Consequence Summary:
An engine oil leak can spill on to the road and cause slippery road conditions. Additionally, if the engine runs out of oil it can cause an engine stall while driving. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the engine oil plugs by adding a retaining plate, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060018.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 96.18
March 20, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020060013)
Rear Crossmember May Detach
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE350, GLE450 AND GLS450 vehicles. The seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded. This may allow cracks to form when towing, possibly causing the rear crossmember to detach from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 20V172000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 224
Consequence Summary:
If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060013.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.3
February 24, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020030009)
High-Voltage Battery May Fail
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2019 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive vehicle. A welded joint within the high-voltage battery main cell conductors may detach and interrupt electrical contact, resulting in sudden battery failure. The detached weld may also cause an electrical arc which can ignite inside the battery cells.
NHTSA ID: 20V107000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
If the high-voltage battery fails, the vehicle may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical arc inside the battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will replace the high-voltage battery, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030009.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
February 14, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020030019)
Interior Switches May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 101
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 CLA250, CLA250 4MATIC and CLA35 AMG 4MATIC, 2020-2021 GLE350, GLE350 4MATIC, GLE450 4MATIC, GLS450 4MATIC and GLS580 4MATIC and 2021 GLE53 AMG Coupe, GLE63S AMG 4MATIC, GLS63 AMG 4MATIC and Maybach GLS600 4MATIC vehicles. The instrument cluster software may deactivate the illumination of certain interior switches (switch bar, overhead control unit, steering wheel) if the hazard lights are turned on and the ignition switch is in the 'off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
NHTSA ID: 20V089000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,101
Consequence Summary:
If the interior switches are not illuminated, they may be more difficult to find and operate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030019.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 94.67
February 14, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020070005)
Loss of Stability Control and Anti-Lock Brakes
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019-2020 G550 4MATIC and G63 AMG 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical resistor within the differential locking module may malfunction, interrupting communication between the control unit and the differential locking actuator, possibly resulting in the deactivation of the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) while driving.
NHTSA ID: 20V090000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 6,300
Consequence Summary:
Deactivation of the vehicle stability control system or anti-lock brakes may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the differential locking modules and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 21, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070005.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.27
February 7, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020030016)
Inaccurate Vehicle Location for Emergency Services
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 C300 Cabrio, C300 Cabrio 4MATIC, C300 Coupe, C43 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, C43 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, C63S AMG Cabrio, CLS53 AMG 4MATIC, E350, E350 4MATIC, E450 Cabrio, E450 Cabrio 4MATIC, E450 Coupe, E450 Coupe 4MATIC, E450 4MATIC, E53 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, GLC300 Coupe 4MATIC, GLC300, GLC300 4MATIC, GLC63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4-Door 4MATIC, and AMG GT63S 4-Door 4MATIC vehicles. An electrical circuit inside the Emergency Call System (eCall) communication module may be damaged, potentially relaying an inaccurate vehicle location.
NHTSA ID: 20V068000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 239
Consequence Summary:
An inaccurate vehicle location may delay emergency responders, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the communication module, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030016.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 97.91
January 28, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020030018)
Delayed Camera Display/FMVSS 111
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 A220 and A220 4MATIC vehicles. In certain operating conditions, the rearview camera software may cause a delay in displaying the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
NHTSA ID: 20V046000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 22
Consequence Summary:
A delayed rearview camera display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. The recall began April 8, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020030018.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 28, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020020016)
Automatic Transmission Wiring Harness May Chafe
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2019 AMG GT63 4MATIC and AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles. A wiring harness for the automatic transmission may not be properly secured, allowing it to chafe against the drive shaft and possibly cause an engine stall.
NHTSA ID: 20V047000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 28
Consequence Summary:
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the mounting clips and wiring harness, and repair or replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020016.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
January 27, 2020
(Campaign #: 2020020023)
Oil Feed Line to Turbocharger May Leak
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018-2019 E63 AMG 4MATIC, E63S AMG 4MATIC Wagon, S63 AMG Cabrio 4MATIC, S63 AMG Coupe 4MATIC, and S63 AMG 4MATIC and 2019 G63 AMG 4MATIC, AMG GT63 4MATIC, AMG GT63S 4MATIC vehicles equipped with 4.0L 8-cylinder gasoline turbocharged engines. The oil feed line to the turbocharger may leak.
NHTSA ID: 20V048000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 2,518
Consequence Summary:
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed line to the turbocharger, free of charge. The recall began March 20, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020020023.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.34
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