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Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 Recall 21V232: Front Wheel Arch Covers May Detach, Creating Road Hazard

NHTSA campaign 21V232, reported April 1, 2021, 2,362 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The front wheel arch covers on the fenders may not have been installed correctly, so they can come loose and detach from the vehicle while driving.

A detached wheel arch cover can land on the road or be thrown into traffic, creating a hazard that increases the risk of a crash or injury to you and other drivers.

Mercedes-Benz will notify owners, and authorized dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as needed, free of charge. Owners may contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372, referencing recall number 2021040015. You can also check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V232Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2021 GLB250 vehicles. The wheel arch covers on the front fenders might not have been installed correctly, allow them to detach.
Risk
Detached wheel arch covers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will check the installation of the front wheel arch covers and correct them as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 21, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021040015.
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 GLB 25020202021