Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V404000 Reported May 28, 2021

Side curtain air bags may not deploy properly

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Air Bags · 16 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V404000
Manufacturer Campaign
2021080012
Component
Air Bags
Vehicles Affected
16
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 28, 2021
Completion Rate
93.75

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 glb250 vehicles. the side curtain air bags may not deploy properly during a crash.

Safety Consequence

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on september 24, 2021. Owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

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 21V404000 or campaign 2021080012.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V404000

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

What is recall 21V404000?

NHTSA recall 21V404000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on May 28, 2021. It addresses: Side curtain air bags may not deploy properly. The recall affects approximately 16 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V404000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2021080012. 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.