The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·23V835000·Announced 2023-12-08

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2021-2022 GLE Models Due to Fire Risk

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2021-2022 GLE 350 and GLE 450 vehicles because a 12-volt ground connection may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 risk-of-harm product (fire risk) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE 350 and GLE 450 vehicles. The recall involves a 12-volt ground connection located under the driver seat that may not be secured properly. This defect can cause the ground connection to overheat.

An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 26, 2024. 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 GLE 450, GLE 350
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — SUV
Hazard
Affected units
164

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 (2)

  • GLE 450
  • GLE 350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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