2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE recalled

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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