2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 — Structure: frame and members
Published March 23, 2020 · Recall initiated: March 20, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V172000, published March 23, 2020 and initiated March 20, 2020. Recalling firm: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC; 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 — Structure: frame and members.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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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Recall details
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- GLE 350
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 | 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 450 | 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 350 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gle 450 | 2020 Mercedes-Benz Gls 450 — Structure: frame and members recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V172000 on March 23, 2020. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MERCEDES-BENZ. Model: GLE 350.