MERCEDES BENZ GLE450 2020: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V172000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ GLE450 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-07-17 2020-03-20 2020-03-23

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2020060013

Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 224

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

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.

Consequence

If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.