MERCEDES BENZ GLE 350 2020: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
| Make : MERCEDES BENZ | Model : GLE 350 | Year : 2020 |
| Build Dates : 0000-00-00 - 0000-00-00 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 20V172000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2020-07-17 | Date Received by ODI: 2020-03-20 | Date Added to Database: 2020-03-23 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2020060013 | ||
| Component: STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 224 | ||
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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. |
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Consequence:
If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. |
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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. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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