Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2020 GLB 250 for Electrical Fire Risk
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2020 GLB 250 vehicles because an incorrect voltage converter socket may cause excessive voltage in the second-row power outlet, increasing fire risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (electrical system) that poses a risk of fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles due to a defect in the accessory power outlet for the second-row seating. The outlet may have excessive voltage caused by an incorrect voltage converter socket.
Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text, but the recall covers the 2020 model year GLB 250.
Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 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 GLB 250
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — SUV
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 1,690
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 (1)
- GLB 250
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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