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Recall 23V-178: 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53, 2023 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+ and 10 more

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Mar 17, 2023, covering about 70,225 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-178
Report date
Mar 17, 2023
Vehicles affected
70,225
Owners notified
May 5, 2023

The problem

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.

The risk

Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

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.

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
ComponentStructure › Body
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V178000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE532022All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+2023All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S2022All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S 4MATIC+2023All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS632022All years
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLS63 4MATIC+2023All years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 3502022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 4502022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 580 4Matic2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 4Matic2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4Matic2022, 2023All years
Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic2022, 2023All 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 23V-178?

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.

How is recall 23V-178 fixed?

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.

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.