Vehicle recall 20V172000 · March 20, 2020

Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, GLE 450 and 1 more model

The seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLE350, GLE450 AND GLS450 vehicles. The seams on the rear crossmember may have been insufficiently welded. This may allow cracks to form when towing, possibly causing the rear crossmember to detach from the vehicle.
Consequence: If the rear crossmember detaches from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear crossmember, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020060013.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 20V172000
Reported to NHTSA: March 20, 2020
Filed by: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Manufacturer campaign: 2020060013
Owner notification: July 17, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected: 224
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Structure › Frame and members

Recall 20V172000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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