Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V990000 Reported December 17, 2021

Front axle carrier may corrode

Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc · N/A · 38,312 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V990000
Manufacturer Campaign
2022070009
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
38,312
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 17, 2021
Completion Rate
92.72

Defect Summary

Mercedes-benz usa, llc. (mbusa) is recalling certain 2021 amg glb35, 2019-2020 a220, and 2020 glb250 vehicles. the integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail.

Safety Consequence

Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the integral carrier, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 29, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2022070009.

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 21V990000 or campaign 2022070009.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V990000

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

What is recall 21V990000?

NHTSA recall 21V990000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on December 17, 2021. It addresses: Front axle carrier may corrode. The recall affects approximately 38,312 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V990000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2022070009. 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.