Recall 21V288000
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Defect Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE 53, 2020 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, and GLS580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.
Safety Consequence
Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and correct the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040024.
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 |
| 2021 | MERCEDES BENZ | AMG GLE53 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.