Recall 20V626000

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Report Date
20201009
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
5 models

Defect Description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE 350, GLE 450, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580 vehicles equipped with an optional illuminated Mercedes-Benz star logo in the front grill. The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.

Safety Consequence

If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ground connection, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLE 350
2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLE 450
2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLE 580
2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLS 450
2020 MERCEDES BENZ GLS 580

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.