Water intrusion into the driver and passenger side foot wells may cause corrosion and/or short circuits to electrical components, increasing the risk of fire. In addition, the emergency call (eCall) feature may be disabled and the doors may not unlock, increasing the risk of injury. Also, the engine may not start or may enter a limp-home mode, increasing the risk of a crash.

Equipment — Appliance — Air Conditioner

Summary

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLE 53, 2020 GLE350, GLE450, GLE580, GLS450, and GLS580 vehicles. The air conditioner drain hoses may have been incorrectly installed, causing water to drain into the passenger compartment.

Actions

Dealers will inspect and correct the air conditioner drain hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040024.

Documents (12)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Recall Campaign Launch Notification Check Installation of Air Conditioning Drain Hoses MY20-21 167 (GLS-Class, GLE-Class)
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 2
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)- Recall Campaign Initial Notification Check Installation of Air Conditioning Drain Hoses
• Recall 573 Report - AMENDMENT 3
• Recall 573 Report - Amendment 1
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Chronology
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-4

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