Mercedes-benz Gle 350 4matic recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 12, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recalls 2025–2026 Mercedes-benz Gle 350 4matic

Recall number

25V864000

Brand / firm

Mercedes-benz

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 82 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, an insufficiently restrained child has an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2025-2026 GLE 350 4MATIC vehicles. The center rear seat belts may have been installed without the child seat protection function and fail to lock a child restraint properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and FMVSS number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

What to do

Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2026. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2026010003.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.