MERCEDES BENZ GLC300 2023: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V520000

Make Model Year
MERCEDES BENZ GLC300 2023
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-08-23 2024-07-08 2024-07-09

Production Dates: 2023-03-10 - 2023-05-23

Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Component: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 7

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. Certain dashboard area bolts may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing improper air bag deployment or parts separation during a crash. In addition, the 12-Volt electric auxiliary heater connections may be loose, possibly causing the electrical wiring to overheat.

Consequence

An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash. Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were August 23, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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.