Mercedes-Benz star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.
The short version
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. reported a problem with the steering electric power assist system. Here is what owners need to know.
The star logo's electrical ground connection may not be installed properly, potentially affecting the function of other components that share the same ground connection, such as the power steering control unit, wiper motor, and/or the left headlight.
If the power steering, wiper motor, or left headlight malfunction there could be an increased risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the ground connection, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 20V-626.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class |
| 2020 | Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class |
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