Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V172000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V172000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2020 gle350, gle450 and gls450 vehicles Includes 224 affected units, Rear Crossmember May Detach, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020 gle350, gle450 and gls450 vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 gle350, gle450 and gls450 vehicles. the seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded. this may allow cracks to form when towing, possibly causing the rear crossmember to detach from the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. the recall began july 17, 2020. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2020060013.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V172000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-03-20T00:00:00
Subject: Rear crossmember may detach
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 224

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2020060013
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 gle350, gle450 and gls450 vehicles. the seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded. this may allow cracks to form when towing, possibly causing the rear crossmember to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary: If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. the recall began july 17, 2020. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2020060013.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 93.3

Metadata

SID: row-kwce_5grv_ku7z
NHTSA ID: 20V172000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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