Structure: body
- Component
- Structure: body
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Vehicles affected
- 2,362
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2021-04-01
- Owners notified
- 2021-05-21
Defect description
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow them to detach.
Safety risk
Detached wheel arch covers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040015.