Mercedes-Benz Recalls GLE and GLS Models for Steering Screw Defect
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021-2022 GLE and GLS vehicles because a steering coupling locking screw may loosen, potentially causing a loss of steering control.
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 in the steering system that can lead to a loss of steering control, which the rubric classifies as Severe (Score 4).
Plain-English summary
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350, GLE450, 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS450 vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the steering coupling locking screw may loosen and possibly detach from the steering gear. This failure can result in a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.
The affected vehicles include the 2021-2022 GLE 350 and GLE 450, as well as the 2022 AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63, and GLS 450 4MATIC. Owners of these vehicles should contact their dealer to have the steering coupling locking screw replaced free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023.
Owners may also contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022120016.
The recalled product
- Product
- MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLE63, GLS 450 4MATIC, AMG GLE53, GLE 450
- Brand
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 69
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 (5)
- AMG GLE63
- GLS 450 4MATIC
- AMG GLE53
- GLE 450
- GLE 350
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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