Mercedes-benz Gle350 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

February 8, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2016 Mercedes-benz Gle350, Gls450

Recall number

17V079000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4 units

Why it was recalled

If the windshield detaches in the event of a crash, the passenger frontal air bag may not be supported properly after it deploys, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 GLE350 4Matic and GLS 450 4Matic vehicles. The windshield bonding may be insufficient and, as a result, the windshield may separate from the vehicle in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

What to do

MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.