Mercedes-Benz Recalls SUVs to Fix Loose Window Trim
The trim may fall off while the vehicle is in motion, causing a hazard to other drivers
Mercedes-Benz is recalling 161,000 GLE and GLS SUVs from the 2020 and 2022 model years because the rear-door window trim may detach. If this happens while the vehicle is moving, it may create a hazard.
In documents provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker says it is aware of 75 cases where window trim has detached. None of these have caused crashes, injury, or third-party property damage.
Mercedes-Benz dealerships will inspect and, if necessary, reinstall the trim, free of charge.
The Details
Vehicles recalled: Certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, and GLS450 SUVs, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53 SUVs, 2020-2021 GLE580 and GLS580 SUVs, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 SUVs. Only vehicles manufactured before April 25, 2022 are included in this recall.
The problem: Due to a manufacturing error, a piece of the rear-door window trim—known as the rear window trim bar—may detach.
The fix: Mercedes-Benz dealerships will inspect and, if necessary, secure the rear trim bars, free of charge.
How to contact the manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz will notify owners of recalled vehicles by mail starting on Nov. 11, 2022. Owners may also contact the automaker at 800-367-6372.
NHTSA campaign number: 22V680
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