Mercedes-Benz Recall 24V-207: Electrical system – wiring

Affected: 2021–2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53, 2023–2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE53 4MATIC+, 2021–2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE63 S and 8 more. Filed with NHTSA on March 15, 2024, covering about 116,020 vehicles.

The problem

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450, 2020-2023 GLS 580, GLE 580, 2019-2023 GLS 450, 2021-2023 Maybach GLS 600, AMG GLS 63, 2021-2024 AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 53 Coupe, and AMG GLE 63 S vehicles. A 48-Volt ground connection under the passenger seat may not be secured properly, resulting in the ground connection overheating.

The risk

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

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign24V-207 (24V207000)
Manufacturer number2024040002
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz USA, LLC
ComponentElectrical system › Wiring
Report dateMarch 15, 2024
Owners notifiedMay 3, 2024
Vehicles affected116,020
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 24V-207 repair free?

Yes. Mercedes-Benz dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and tighten the 48-Volt ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2024040002.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 116,020 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.