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NHTSA Recall 23V835000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 164 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mercedes-Benz GLE 350.

164
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2024
owners notified (January 26)
NHTSA campaign23V835000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Report receivedDecember 8, 2023
Owner notificationJanuary 26, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2022 GLE350 and GLE450 vehicles. A 12-Volt ground connection under the driver seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.

Safety risk

An overheated ground connection can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and secure the 12-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 26, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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 23V835000

Make and modelModel years
Mercedes-Benz GLE 3502021, 2022
Mercedes-Benz GLE 4502021, 2022

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.