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SevereNHTSA·21V526000·Announced 2021-07-12

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

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 (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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