Recall campaign · NHTSA 24V520000

Structure: interior panels: dashboard

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2024-07-08.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V520000

Structure: interior panels: dashboard

Component
Structure: interior panels: dashboard
Manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Vehicles affected
7
Reported to NHTSA
2024-07-08
Owners notified
2024-08-23

Defect description

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023 GLC 300 4MATIC vehicles. Certain dashboard area bolts may have been insufficiently tightened, potentially causing improper air bag deployment or parts separation during a crash. In addition, the 12-Volt electric auxiliary heater connections may be loose, possibly causing the electrical wiring to overheat.

Safety risk

An improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury in a crash. Overheated wiring can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were August 23, 2024. Owner may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-877-496-3691.

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.safercar.gov.

Scope of coverage

1 model year.

ModelYears on record
Mercedes-Benz GLC 3002023

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.