Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #23V177000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 23V177000 by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc. Affecting 2020-2021 gle350, gle450, gls450, gls580, 2021 amg gle53, amg gle63, maybach gls600, amg gls63, and 2020 gle580 vehicles Includes 61,450 affected units, Water Intrusion from AC Drain Hose May Cause Short, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020-2021 gle350, gle450, gls450, gls580, 2021 amg gle53, amg gle63, maybach gls600, amg gls63, and 2020 gle580 vehicles

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020-2021 gle350, gle450, gls450, gls580, 2021 amg gle53, amg gle63, maybach gls600, amg gls63, and 2020 gle580 vehicles. the air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 28, 2023. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. this recall is an expansion of recall numbers 21v-288 and 19v-587. mbusa's numbers for this recall are 2023030014 and 15.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 23V177000
Manufacturer: Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2023-03-17T00:00:00
Subject: Water intrusion from ac drain hose may cause short
Component: Visibility
Potentially Affected Units: 61,450

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2023030014 & 15
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020-2021 gle350, gle450, gls450, gls580, 2021 amg gle53, amg gle63, maybach gls600, amg gls63, and 2020 gle580 vehicles. the air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.
Consequence Summary: Water intrusion into the 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.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed april 28, 2023. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. this recall is an expansion of recall numbers 21v-288 and 19v-587. mbusa's numbers for this recall are 2023030014 and 15.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 85.58

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SID: row-36nn_ddmy-sj3a
NHTSA ID: 23V177000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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