The problem
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2024 GLE350, GLE450, AMG GLE53, and AMG GLE53 Coupe vehicles. The accelerator pedal module bracket may have been improperly welded, which can result in the bracket breaking or detaching.
The risk
A broken or detached accelerator pedal can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will drill through the spot welds and secure the bracket with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030009.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-117 (24V117000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 2024030009 |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC |
| Component | Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal |
| Report date | February 16, 2024 |
| Owners notified | April 5, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 466 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-117 repair free?
Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will drill through the spot welds and secure the bracket with rivets, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024030009.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 466 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.