Recall 22V-231: 2021–2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53, 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 and 9 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 8, 2022, covering about 21,306 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-231
Report date
Apr 8, 2022
Vehicles affected
21,306
Owners notified
Jul 8, 2022

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.

The risk

An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V231000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE532021, 2022All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE632021All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS632021All years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 4502020, 2021, 2022All years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 5802020, 2021All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 4502020All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4Matic2022All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4Matic2020All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS4502021All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS5802021All years
Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS6002021All 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 22V-231?

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, 2021 AMG GLE63, Maybach GLS600 and AMG GLS63 vehicles. A ground cable bolt for the 48V ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.

How is recall 22V-231 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022040017.

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.