CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The accessory power outlet for the second-row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.
- Risk
- Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021080005.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The 12-volt accessory power outlet for the second-row seats may receive excessive voltage because of an incorrect voltage converter socket. This excess voltage can pass through the outlet to a plugged-in device.
This raises the risk of a fire. Owners should stop using the rear accessory outlet until the vehicle has been repaired.
Authorized dealers will inspect the voltage converter and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owners were notified by letter starting September 3, 2021, and can call Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 | 2020 |
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