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SevereNHTSA·17V077000·Announced 2017-02-08

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2017 GLE and GLS Models for Center Console Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2017 GLE and GLS models because the center console may unlatch in a crash, allowing objects to strike occupants.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the center console may unlatch in a crash, creating a risk of injury to occupants from flying objects.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2017 GLE and GLS vehicles, including the GLE 400, GLE 350, GLE 550E, GLE 63 AMG, GLE 63S AMG, GLE 43 AMG, GLS 450, GLS 550, and GLS 63 AMG. The recall affects 5,882 vehicles.

In certain crash events, the center console may unlatch, allowing objects stored inside to fly around the cabin. This defect causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact." If objects are not secured, they may strike vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will modify the center console so that it remains latched in a crash, free of charge. The recall was expected to begin in early March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ GLS550, GLE550E, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
5,882

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (9)

  • GLS550
  • GLE550E
  • AMG GLS63
  • AMG GLE63
  • AMG GLE43
  • GLE350
  • GLS450
  • GLE63S
  • GLE 400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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