MERCEDES BENZ GLE 350 2018: TIRES

Make : MERCEDES BENZ Model : GLE 350 Year : 2018
Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 21V123000
Date Owner's Notified: 2021-04-23 Date Received by ODI: 2021-02-26 Date Added to Database: 2021-03-01
Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall:
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2021030008
Component: TIRES
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 2529
Summary:
      Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC "MBUSA" is recalling certain 2018 GLE350, GLE43 AMG, and GLE400 vehicles equipped with Continental tires. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Consequence:
      Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy:
      MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030008.
Report Initiator: MFR V Report
Regulation Part Number: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number:
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.