The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·21V123000·Announced 2021-02-26

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2018 GLE Models Due to Tire Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2,529 2018 GLE 350, GLE 400, and AMG GLE43 vehicles because over-cured tires may fail, increasing crash risk.

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 (tire failure) that can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2018 GLE 350, GLE 400, and AMG GLE43 vehicles equipped with Continental tires. The recall involves 2,529 vehicles. The defect is that the affected tires were cured for too long during production.

Over-cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread or belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2021. 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 GLE 350, GLE 400, AMG GLE43
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
2,529

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 (3)

  • GLE 350
  • GLE 400
  • AMG GLE43

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · MERCEDES-BENZ

Same manufacturer · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

See all →

Same hazard · tire failure

See all →