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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 recall: structure

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall on May 28, 2021. It covers about 5,680 vehicles.

vehicles affected
5,680
reported
May 28, 2021
owners notified
Jul 20, 2021
related complaints
14

Structure

What is wrong
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 vehicles. Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells, potentially damaging certain electrical components. This may result in the instrument cluster going blank, an engine stall while driving, or the vehicle may not start.
Risk
Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.

Recall number 21V403000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 14 complaints about body problems.

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250

Questions about recall 21V403000

Is there a recall on the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 structure?

Yes. Recall 21V403000, reported on May 28, 2021, covers about 5,680 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V403000?

Dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1‑800‑367‑6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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