Mercedes-benz 2021 Electrical System recall
Recalled November 19, 2021 · NHTSA recall 21V909000 · Mercedes-benz
Hazard
Loose ground connection bolts on the electric heater may cause the wiring to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will check the electric heater ground connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Units
17 units
Description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLE450 and AMG GLE53 vehicles. In the passenger-side footwell, the ground connection bolts for the electric heater may be improperly tightened.
What to do
Dealers will check the electric heater ground connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Product
Mercedes-benz AMG GLE53 · Mercedes-benz GLE 450
Manufacturer(s)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →