MERCEDES BENZ AMG GLB35 2021: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V231000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ AMG GLB35 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-07-02 2021-04-01 2021-04-02

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2021050009

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 5215

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2021 GLB35 AMG, and 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to detach.

Consequence

Detached spoilers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050009.

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.