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SevereNHTSA·24V592000·Announced 2024-08-09

Mercedes-Benz Recalls 2024 AMG GLB35 Due to Rear Brake Hose Routing Defect

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 2024 AMG GLB35 vehicles because improperly routed rear brake hoses may chafe and leak fluid, increasing crash 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 in the braking system that can result in a loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2024 AMG GLB 35 4MATIC vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the brake hoses on the rear axle may have been improperly routed. This improper routing could allow the hoses to chafe, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.

A brake fluid leak can cause a loss of brakes, 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 reroute the rear axle brake hoses as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 11, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GLB35
Brand
MERCEDES-BENZ
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
16

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)

  • AMG GLB35

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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