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VehicleFeb 12, 202141,838 affected

Mercedes-Benz recall: Electronic stability control (esc)

What is wrong

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles. During certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front wheels, pulling the vehicle to one side. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

What could happen

If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030004.

Vehicles covered

Facts

NHTSA recall number
21V071000
Type
Vehicle
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Reported to NHTSA
Feb 12, 2021
Owners notified
Mar 31, 2021
Vehicles or items affected
41,838
Started by
The manufacturer
Built
–
Part
Electronic stability control (esc) › Control module › Software
Maker's own recall number
2021030004
Safety standard
FMVSS 126

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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Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.