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Mercedes-Benz recall: Steering

What is wrong

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.

What could happen

If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
20V626000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Reported to NHTSA
Oct 9, 2020
Owners notified
Nov 13, 2020
Vehicles or items affected
12,799
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Steering › Electric power assist system; Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor; Exterior lighting › Headlights; Electrical system › Wiring
Maker's own recall number
2020100015/6

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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