CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.
- Risk
- Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022070009.
- 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 integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode over time and fail. If it fails, the vehicle may lose steering control, which raises the risk of a crash.
Authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers will inspect the integral carrier and replace it if needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 29, 2022. If you have not received one, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372 and reference recall number 2022070009.
To check whether your vehicle is affected, enter your VIN on the NHTSA recall lookup site or ask a Mercedes-Benz dealer to check for open recalls. Schedule the inspection as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz A 220 | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz AMG GLB35 | 2021 |
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 | 2020 |