NHTSA recall 21V-071 (21V071000)
electronic stability control (esc) recall reported February 12, 2021 - about 41,838 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 21V071000
- Also written as
- 21V-071
- Manufacturer number
- 2021030004
- Reported
- February 12, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- ~41,838
- Component
- electronic stability control (esc)
What is being recalled
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."
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 21V-071 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.