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2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE recalled
Eight examples of the MY20 GLE have been recalled over concerns an incorrectly-assembled dashboard could cause the passenger airbag to not work as intended
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Marketplace Editor
The Mercedes-Benz GLE has been recalled over concerns incorrect bonding of the dashboard may cause the front passenger airbag to deploy incorrectly in the event of an accident.
A total of eight units are affected by this notice, all of which are 2020 model-year (MY20) vehicles.
“In the event of an accident, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly, increasing the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants,” Mercedes-Benz Australia says in its recall notice.
- 8 vehicles are affected by this recall
- Dates available for sale: 6 January 2020 to 22 September 2020
- A VIN list is attached here
- The original recall notice is attached here
Owners of the recalled GLE models are “asked to contact their most convenient Mercedes-Benz Retailer for a free of charge repair”.
To find your local Mercedes-Benz Retailer, click here.
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