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Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 Recall 20V430: Driver's seat bolt may fail, raising crash injury risk

NHTSA campaign 20V430, reported July 24, 2020, 1 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

One of the four bolts securing the driver's seat may not have been installed correctly and could fail. If a seat fastener bolt fails, the seat may not be properly secured, which increases the risk of injury in a crash.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the driver's seat fastening bolts and tighten them as necessary. Mercedes-Benz USA will notify affected owners directly. You can also contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and reference recall number 2020080010.

If you are unsure whether your vehicle is affected, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the inspection with a dealer as soon as possible.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V430Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
Component
SEATS
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling one 2020 GLE 350 vehicle. One of four bolts securing the driver's seat may not have been installed correctly and may fail.
Risk
If a driver's seat fastener bolt fails, the seat may not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect the driver's seat fastening bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020080010.
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.

Affected vehicles

Mercedes-Benz GLE 3502020