Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V526000 Reported July 12, 2021

Excessive voltage at second-row power outlet

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · Electrical System · 1,690 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V526000
Manufacturer Campaign
2021080005
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
1,690
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 12, 2021
Completion Rate
97.93

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020 glb 250 vehicles. the accessory power outlet for the second-row seating may have excessive voltage due to an incorrect voltage converter socket.

Safety Consequence

Excessive voltage through the accessory power outlet to a connected device can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the voltage converter, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on september 3, 2021. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2021080005.

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 21V526000 or campaign 2021080005.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V526000

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

What is recall 21V526000?

NHTSA recall 21V526000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on July 12, 2021. It addresses: Excessive voltage at second-row power outlet. The recall affects approximately 1,690 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V526000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2021080005. 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.