NHTSA Recall 21V526000: Accesory power outlet/jack/port/usb/sae/cigarette lighter (electrical system)
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,690 vehicles. It affects 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V526000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2021080005 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › CONNECTORS/PLUGS › ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER |
| Report received | July 12, 2021 |
| Owner notification | September 3, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020 GLB 250 vehicles. The accessory power outlet for the second-row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.
Safety risk
Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2021080005.
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 21V526000
| 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.