NHTSA Recall 20V246000: Structure and electrical system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 26 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V246000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020070009 |
| Components | STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | May 1, 2020 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. Water may enter through the wheel well area into the front occupant foot wells, potentially damaging certain electrical components. This may result in the instrument cluster going blank, or an engine stall while driving without the ability to restart the vehicle.
Safety risk
Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will seal the vehicle body in the wheel well area and inspect the front foot wells for water intrusion, repairing as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2020. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2020070009.
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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 20V246000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 | 2020 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.