Recall 21V771000: 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC
- Report received
- Oct 1, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 3vehicles
- Model years
- 2020
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 2020 GLS 580 vehicles. The air bag control unit software may be programmed incorrectly, which can cause the driver's air bag to deploy improperly.
Possible consequence
An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. 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.
- 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 580 4MATIC2 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.