Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V231000 Reported April 1, 2021

Tailgate side spoilers may detach

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Structure · 5,215 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V231000
Manufacturer Campaign
2021050009
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
5,215
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 1, 2021
Completion Rate
98.08

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2021 glb35 amg, and 2020-2021 glb250 vehicles. the side spoilers on the tailgate might not have been installed correctly, allowing them to detach.

Safety Consequence

Detached spoilers can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action

Mbusa will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the side spoilers, free of charge. owner letters were mailed july 2, 2021. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2021050009.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 21V231000 or campaign 2021050009.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V231000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 21V231000?

NHTSA recall 21V231000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on April 1, 2021. It addresses: Tailgate side spoilers may detach. The recall affects approximately 5,215 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V231000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2021050009. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.