Recall 21V909000: 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 and 1 other model
- Report received
- Nov 19, 2021
- Manufacturer
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
- Potentially affected
- 17vehicles
- Model years
- 2021
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 2021 GLE450 and AMG GLE53 vehicles. In the passenger-side footwell, the ground connection bolts for the electric heater may be improperly tightened.
Possible consequence
Loose ground connection bolts on the electric heater may cause the wiring to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will check the electric heater ground connection and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. 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.
- 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE5316 complaints
- 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 45015 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.