Unsecured ground connection bolt
Defect Summary
Mercedes-benz usa, llc (mbusa) is recalling certain 2020-2022 gle450, gls450, 2021-2022 amg gle53, 2020-2021 gle580, gls580, 2021 amg gle63, maybach gls600 and amg gls63 vehicles. a ground cable bolt for the 48v ground connection under the front passenger seat may not be secured properly, which can cause the electrical cable to overheat.
Safety Consequence
An overheated electrical cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and tighten the ground cable bolt, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 8, 2022. owners may contact mbusa customer service at 1-800-367-6372. mbusa's number for this recall is 2022040017.
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FAQ: Recall 22V231000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V231000?
NHTSA recall 22V231000 was issued by Mercedes-benz Usa, Llc on April 8, 2022. It addresses: Unsecured ground connection bolt. The recall affects approximately 21,306 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 22V231000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2022040017. 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.