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- STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 GLB35 AMG, and 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to detach.
- Risk
- Detached spoilers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 2, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021050009.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Some of these vehicles may have tailgate side spoilers that were not installed correctly, so the spoilers can come loose and detach while driving.
A detached spoiler can become a road hazard for other drivers, which increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and authorized dealers will inspect the side spoilers and replace them if necessary, at no cost to you. Owner letters were mailed July 2, 2021. You can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 (recall number 2021050009), and you can check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 | 2021 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 | 20202021 |