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HighNHTSA·22V314000·Announced 2022-05-09

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2021 GLB 250 for Rear Axle Sensor Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021 GLB 250 vehicles because a rear axle sensor linkage may be improperly installed, potentially causing headlight glare that increases crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a defect that increases the risk of a crash due to headlight glare, which fits the rubric criterion for 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.'

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 GLB 250 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the level sensor linkage on the rear axle might not have been installed properly. This installation error could affect the vehicle's headlight leveling function.

If the headlights are not leveled correctly, they may project a glare that impacts other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect and repair the level sensor linkage as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 10, 2022. 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
88

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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