Mercedes-Benz · United States · Crit
Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63, GLE 580 +9 more: Visibility — defroster/defogger/hvac system
Affects Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63, GLE 580, Maybach GLS600, AMG GLE53, AMG GLS63, GLS580, GLS450, GLE 450, GLE 350, GLS 580, GLS 450 · 2020–2021 — about 61K vehicles.
The hazard
Water intrusion into the foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of recall numbers 21V-288 and 19V-587. MBUSA's numbers for this recall are 2023030014 and 15.