Recall 17V081000: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL450 and 2 other models
- Report received
- Feb 8, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
- Potentially affected
- 37vehicles
- Model years
- 2016
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 GLE350 4Matic, GLE350, GLE350 4Matic Bluetec, GL450 4Matic, and GLE450 Coupe 4Matic vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that connects the upper control arm and the axle stub may not have been properly tightened.
Possible consequence
The loose bolt may cause improper wheel tracking, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tightness of the bolt connecting the upper control arm and the axle stub on the affected vehicles, replacing the upper control arm if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL45013 complaints
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 35053 complaints
- 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 45025 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.