NHTSA recall 23V-178 (23V178000)
structure recall reported March 17, 2023 - about 70,225 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V178000
- Also written as
- 23V-178
- Manufacturer number
- 2023040011
- Reported
- March 17, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~70,225
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2022-2023 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, GLS580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLE63 S, and AMG GLS63 vehicles. The rear door window trim bars may detach from the vehicle while driving.
Why it is dangerous
Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-680. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023040011.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-178 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
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.