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Vehicle recall 20V626000 · October 9, 2020

Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, GLE 450 and 3 more models

The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as…

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 GLE 350, GLE 450, GLE 580, GLS 450, GLS 580 vehicles equipped with an optional illuminated Mercedes-Benz star logo in the front grill. The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.
Consequence
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ground connection, free of charge. The recall began November 13, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020100015/6.
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
20V626000
Reported to NHTSA
October 9, 2020
Filed by
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Manufacturer campaign
2020100015/6
Owner notification
November 13, 2020
Vehicles potentially affected
12,799
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Steering › Electric power assist system; Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor; Exterior lighting › Headlights; Electrical system › Wiring
Recall 20V626000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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