If the vehicle unexpectedly pulls to one side during an evasive maneuver, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Electronic Stability Control (Esc) — Control Module — Software

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLE450, GLE350, and 2020 GLS450, GLE580, GLS580 vehicles. During certain evasive driving maneuvers, the Electronic Stability Program (ESP) software may apply torque to one of the front wheels, pulling the vehicle to one side. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Actions

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESP software, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021030004.

Documents (11)

• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Recall Campaign Initial Notification Update ESP Software MY20-21 167 (GLE-Class, GLS-Class)
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Noncompliance Notice 573 Report
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 2
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Recall Campaign Launch Notification Update ESP Software
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4

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