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SevereNHTSA·22V732000·Announced 2022-09-30

Mercedes-Benz Recalls GLS Models Due to Third-Row Seatback Lock Failure

Mercedes-Benz is recalling specific GLS models because third-row seatback locks may fail in a crash, increasing injury 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 (seatback lock failure) that increases the risk of injury during a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLS63, 2020-2022 GLS450, and 2020-2022 GLS580 vehicles. The recall involves 59,574 units. The issue stems from a manufacturing error that may cause the locks on the third-row seatbacks to fail during a crash.

If the seatback lock fails, the seat may not properly restrain occupants, which increases the risk of injury during a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Dealers will inspect and replace the third-row seatback as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 18, 2022. Owners can 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 GLS 580 4MATIC, GLS 450 4MATIC, AMG GLS63, GLS580
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
59,574

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 (6)

  • GLS 580 4MATIC
  • GLS 450 4MATIC
  • AMG GLS63
  • GLS580
  • GLS450
  • GLS 450

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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