NHTSA recall 20V-626 (20V626000)
steering recall reported October 9, 2020 - about 12,799 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V626000
- Also written as
- 20V-626
- Manufacturer number
- 2020100015/6
- Reported
- October 9, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~12,799
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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 repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-626 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.