Recall 20V-464: 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Aug 7, 2020, covering about 1 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-464
Report date
Aug 7, 2020
Vehicles affected
1
Owners notified
Aug 31, 2020

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 GLE 450 vehicle. The windshield may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle, possibly allowing it to separate from the vehicle and affect the full protective function of the passenger's frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

The risk

A separated windshield may reduce the effectiveness of the passenger air bag restraint system and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix

MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the windshield bonding and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080014.

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.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
ComponentAir Bags › Passenger Side Frontal › Cushion
Visibility › Windshield
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V464000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 4502020All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V-464?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 GLE 450 vehicle. The windshield may not have been bonded correctly to the vehicle, possibly allowing it to separate from the vehicle and affect the full protective function of the passenger's frontal air bag in the event of a crash.

How is recall 20V-464 fixed?

MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the windshield bonding and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080014.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.