Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #20V626000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V626000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 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 Includes 12,799 affected units, Incorrectly Installed Electrical Ground, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V626000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2020-10-09T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrectly installed electrical ground
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 12,799

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2020100015/6
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 95.37

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NHTSA ID: 20V626000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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