NHTSA Recall 21V403000: Structure and electrical system
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,680 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V403000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2020070009 |
| Components | STRUCTURE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | May 28, 2021 |
| Owner notification | July 20, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB250 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, an engine stall while driving, or the vehicle may not start.
Safety risk
Either a blank instrument cluster display or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2021. 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V403000
| 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.