Mercedes-Benz Recall 22V-680: Structure – body

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, GLS450, 2021-2022 AMG GLE53, 2020-2021 GLE580, GLS580, and 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the rear door window trim bars may detach.

The risk

Detached trim bars may cause a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign	22V-680 (22V680000)
Manufacturer number	2022090010
Manufacturer	Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Component	Structure › Body
Report date	September 12, 2022
Owners notified	November 1, 2022
Vehicles affected	161,000
Initiated by	Manufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 2 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the body & structure

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-680 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and secure the rear window trim bars, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2022. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2022090010.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 161,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.